Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
paraensis
ID:
1305598

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Sebast. & Mamede

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Hoehnea 41: 123 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318052

Common Names

  • Janusia paraensis
  • Paraensis Janusia
  • Paraensis-leaved Janusia

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Description

Janusia paraensis (also called Para Janusia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, forests, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Janusia paraensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Janusia paraensis are white, small and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Janusia paraensis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in a well-drained potting mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location until they are established.

Where to Find Janusia paraensis

Janusia paraensis is found in the Amazon biome of Brazil.

Janusia paraensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Janusia paraensis?

Janusia paraensis

What is the family of Janusia paraensis?

Sapindaceae

What is the distribution of Janusia paraensis?

Brazil

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

Maria Candida Henrique Mamede (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mamede' in the authors string.
Renata Sebastiani (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Sebast.' in the authors string.