Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
hexandra
ID:
355555

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) W.R.Anderson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 16: 83 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354887

Common Names

  • Janusia hexandra
  • Hexandra Janusia
  • Hexandra Bush

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Synonyms

  • Schwannia cujabensis C.Presl [unknown]
  • Banisteria hexandra ( ex Vell.) Vell. [unknown]

Description

Janusia hexandra (also called 'Six-stamened 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 hexandra 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 hexandra 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 hexandra 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 hexandra should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Janusia hexandra

Janusia hexandra is native to the Atlantic Forest ecoregion in Brazil.

Janusia hexandra FAQ

What are the common names of Janusia hexandra?

Common names of Janusia hexandra include Hexandrous Janusia, Hexandrous False Pimpernel, and Hexandrous False Pimpernel Grass.

What is the natural habitat of Janusia hexandra?

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

What are the medicinal uses of Janusia hexandra?

Janusia hexandra 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,

References

José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
William Russell Anderson (1942-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Anderson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:944155-1: Based on the initial data import