Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
hirtus
ID:
876153

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Raddi) Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 13: 175 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000875488

Common Names

  • Hirsute Ichnanthus
  • Hirsute Ichnanthus
  • Hirsute Ichnanthus

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Description

Ichnanthus hirtus (also called Hirsute Ichnanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It is found in mesic and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ichnanthus hirtus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory ailments, digestive problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ichnanthus hirtus is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ichnanthus hirtus is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Ichnanthus hirtus

Ichnanthus hirtus can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Ichnanthus hirtus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ichnanthus hirtus?

Ichnanthus hirtus

What type of plant is Ichnanthus hirtus?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Ichnanthus hirtus native to?

It is native to Central America and South America.

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Mary Agnes Chase (1869-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chase' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:127495-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].