Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
woodii
ID:
1323347

Status:
valid

Authors:
Frisby & D.J.N.Hind

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 68(3): 498 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335801



Common Names

  • Ichthyothere woodii
  • Woodii Ichthyothere
  • Woodii


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Description

Ichthyothere woodii (also called Wood's ichthyothere, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Africa. It grows in lowland rainforests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ichthyothere woodii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for treating fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ichthyothere woodii has yellow flowers, small, black, shiny seeds and seedlings with ovate to obovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ichthyothere woodii is a shrub native to Colombia and Venezuela. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ichthyothere woodii

Ichthyothere woodii is native to Central America and can be found in moist, shady forests.

Ichthyothere woodii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ichthyothere woodii?

Ichthyothere woodii

What is the natural habitat of Ichthyothere woodii?

It is found in the lowland rainforests of Gabon.

What are the characteristics of Ichthyothere woodii?

It is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

David John Nicholas Hind (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.N.Hind' in the authors string.
Susan Marie Frisby (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frisby' in the authors string.