Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
smitacrishnae
ID:
1553619

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nandikar & K.C.Kishor

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Blumea 64(3): 226, figs. 1-2. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000033378

Common Names

  • Oldenlandia smitacrishnae
  • Smitacrishnae Oldenlandia
  • Smitacrishnae Oldenlan

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Description

Oldenlandia smitacrishnae (also called Smita-Crishna's oldenlandia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India and is found in forests, thickets, and rocky slopes. It is an evergreen shrub with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenlandia smitacrishnae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oldenlandia smitacrishnae is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia smitacrishnae is a small herbaceous perennial that grows up to 40 cm in height. It is native to India and prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Oldenlandia smitacrishnae

Oldenlandia smitacrishnae is found in India.

Oldenlandia smitacrishnae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia smitacrishnae?

Oldenlandia smitacrishnae

What is the family of Oldenlandia smitacrishnae?

Rubiaceae

What is the distribution of Oldenlandia smitacrishnae?

India

Species in the Oldenlandia genus

Oldenlandia ascedens, Oldenlandia acicularis, Oldenlandia adscensionis, Oldenlandia aegialodes, Oldenlandia aemulans, Oldenlandia affinis, Oldenlandia apoensis, Oldenlandia arenarioides, Oldenlandia aretioides, Oldenlandia aridosa, Oldenlandia balfourii, Oldenlandia banksii, Oldenlandia bicornuta, Oldenlandia boscii, Oldenlandia brachypetala, Oldenlandia brachyphylla, Oldenlandia breviflora, Oldenlandia cana, Oldenlandia capensis, Oldenlandia capillipes, Oldenlandia capituligera, Oldenlandia chevalieri, Oldenlandia chiovendae, Oldenlandia ciliata, Oldenlandia ciliolata, Oldenlandia clausa, Oldenlandia comata, Oldenlandia contracta, Oldenlandia corymbosa, Oldenlandia cryptocarpa, Oldenlandia cyperoides, Oldenlandia debilis, Oldenlandia decipiens, Oldenlandia densiflora, Oldenlandia dinteri, Oldenlandia drymarioides, Oldenlandia duemmeri, Oldenlandia dusenii, Oldenlandia echinulosa, Oldenlandia erythraeoides, Oldenlandia fastigiata, Oldenlandia filicaulis, Oldenlandia filifolia, Oldenlandia flosculosa, Oldenlandia forcipitistipula, Oldenlandia friesiorum, Oldenlandia geophila, Oldenlandia grandis, Oldenlandia gregaria, Oldenlandia herbacea,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,