Status:
valid
Authors:
Labat & M.Pignal
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 37: 89 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343188
Common Names
- Mayotte Ivodea
- Ivodea mayottensis
- Mayotte False Foxglove
Description
Ivodea mayottensis (also called Mayotte Ivodea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central Africa. It has an upright habit and its leaves are elliptic to ovate in shape. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Ivodea mayottensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ivodea mayottensis is a white, five-petaled bloom. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ivodea mayottensis is a perennial, evergreen plant that can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.
Where to Find Ivodea mayottensis
Ivodea mayottensis can be found in the Comoros Islands.
Ivodea mayottensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ivodea mayottensis?
Ivodea mayottensis
What is the common name of Ivodea mayottensis?
Mayotte Ivodea
What is the natural habitat of Ivodea mayottensis?
Tropical and subtropical moist forests
Species in the Ivodea genus
Ivodea choungiensis,
Ivodea lanceolata,
Ivodea menabeensis,
Ivodea confertifolia,
Ivodea alata,
Ivodea trichocarpa,
Ivodea reticulata,
Ivodea sahafariensis,
Ivodea cordata,
Ivodea cristata,
Ivodea mahanarica,
Ivodea nana,
Ivodea mananarensis,
Ivodea acuminata,
Ivodea analalavensis,
Ivodea ankeranensis,
Ivodea antilahimenae,
Ivodea aymoniniana,
Ivodea capuronii,
Ivodea decaryana,
Ivodea delphinensis,
Ivodea macrocarpa,
Ivodea mahaboensis,
Ivodea occidentalis,
Ivodea petrae,
Ivodea ravelonarivoi,
Ivodea razakamalalae,
Ivodea toliarensis,
Ivodea mayottensis,
Ivodea moheliensis,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,