Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Hansen
Source:
tro
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia , sér. 4, 9(3): 268 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254272
Common Names
- Poilannammia allomorphioidea
- Allomorphioidea Poilannammia
- Allomorphioidea Poilannammia
Description
Poilannammia allomorphioidea (also called Allomorphic Poilannammia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and ovate leaves. Native to Madagascar, it grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Poilannammia allomorphioidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Poilannammia allomorphioidea are small, white and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Poilannammia allomorphioidea is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Poilannammia allomorphioidea
Poilannammia allomorphioidea is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Poilannammia allomorphioidea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Poilannammia allomorphioidea?
Poilannammia allomorphioidea
What type of plant is Poilannammia allomorphioidea?
Poilannammia allomorphioidea is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Poilannammia allomorphioidea found?
Poilannammia allomorphioidea is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Poilannammia genus
Species in the Melastomataceae family
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Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,