Status:
valid
Authors:
Seem. ex Hanst.
Source:
tro
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 8(1): 348 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272902
Description
Mandirola ichthyostoma (also called Mandirola ichthyostoma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in rocky areas and open forests. It is a perennial herb with ovate leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Mandirola ichthyostoma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat colds, fever, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Mandirola ichthyostoma are white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are white and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mandirola ichthyostoma is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, disease-free plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Mandirola ichthyostoma
Mandirola ichthyostoma can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Species in the Mandirola genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum,
Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,