Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
christianeae
ID:
355552

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.R.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 16: 80 (1987).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354884

Common Names

  • Janusia christianeae
  • Christianeae Janusia
  • Christianeae Bush

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Description

Janusia christianeae (also called 'Christiane's Janusia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It is found in moist, subtropical, and montane forests, usually at altitudes of 500-1500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Janusia christianeae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Janusia christianeae is a small, yellow-green flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, green stems and small, yellow-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Janusia christianeae is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Janusia christianeae should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Janusia christianeae

Janusia christianeae can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Janusia christianeae FAQ

What are the common names of Janusia christianeae?

Common names of Janusia christianeae include Christiane's Janusia, Christiane's False Pimpernel, and Christiane's False Pimpernel Grass.

What is the natural habitat of Janusia christianeae?

Janusia christianeae is native to South America, and is found in wet, marshy areas.

What are the medicinal uses of Janusia christianeae?

Janusia christianeae has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

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