Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
pusilla
ID:
1316869

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. & A.Gray) Hasenstab & M.G.Simpson

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 754 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329323



Common Names

  • Pusilla Johnstonella
  • Pusilla False Mahogany
  • Pusilla Mahogany


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Description

Johnstonella pusilla (also called 'Johnstonella', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is a perennial herb native to Ecuador, growing in forests and shrublands at elevations of 0-1000 m. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves, with white, fragrant flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Johnstonella pusilla is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used in gardens to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Johnstonella pusilla has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Johnstonella pusilla is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with clusters of small, white, daisy-like flowers. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. To propagate by cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from the stem and place it in a well-draining soil mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Johnstonella pusilla

Johnstonella pusilla is native to Mexico.

Johnstonella pusilla FAQ

What is the common name of Johnstonella pusilla?

Pusilla Johnstonella

What type of plant is Johnstonella pusilla?

Tropical evergreen perennial

Where is Johnstonella pusilla native to?

South Africa

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Michael George Simpson (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Simpson' in the authors string.
Kristen E. Hasenstab-Lehman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hasenstab' in the authors string.