Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
inconstans
ID:
876158

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Trin. ex Nees) Döll

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 2(2): 284 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000875493

Common Names

  • Ichnanthus inconstans
  • Inconstant Ichnanthus
  • Inconstant Grass

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Description

Ichnanthus inconstans (also called Inconstant 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 inconstans 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 inconstans 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 inconstans can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil, in a sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Ichnanthus inconstans

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

Ichnanthus inconstans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ichnanthus inconstans?

Ichnanthus inconstans

What type of plant is Ichnanthus inconstans?

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

Where is Ichnanthus inconstans 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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Johann Christoph Döll (1808-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Döll' in the authors string.
Carl Bernhard von Trinius (1778-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trin.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:405714-1: 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].