Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
ichthyostoma
ID:
1273564

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seem. ex Hanst.

Source:
tro

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 8(1): 348 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272902





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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.

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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 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50260844: Based on the initial data import
Berthold Carl Seemann (1825-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seem.' in the authors string.
Johannes von Hanstein (1822-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hanst.' in the authors string.