Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
johnbeckii
ID:
1042032

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Estes

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 36(2): 481 (-486; fig. 1, map (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001041370



Common Names

  • Polymnia johnbeckii
  • Johnbeckii Polymnia
  • Johnbeck's Polymnia


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Description

Polymnia johnbeckii (also called Johnbeck's Polymnia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to India, Myanmar, and Thailand. It grows in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Polymnia johnbeckii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polymnia johnbeckii is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polymnia johnbeckii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant prefers partial shade and should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Polymnia johnbeckii

Polymnia johnbeckii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas.

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,

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