Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
axilliflora
ID:
1279812

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.C.Johnst.) Tortosa

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 433 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279150

Common Names

  • Johnstonalia axilliflora
  • Axillary Johnstonalia
  • Axillary False Tamarind

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Description

Johnstonalia axilliflora (also called Axillary-flowered Johnstonalia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils in open, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Johnstonalia axilliflora is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and dizziness. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to treat skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Johnstonalia axilliflora is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened oval shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Johnstonalia axilliflora is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape and encourage more flowers.

Where to Find Johnstonalia axilliflora

Johnstonalia axilliflora is native to the Caribbean. It can be found in the countries of Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Jamaica.

Johnstonalia axilliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Johnstonalia axilliflora?

Johnstonalia axilliflora

What is the common name of Johnstonalia axilliflora?

Axilliflora

What is the natural habitat of Johnstonalia axilliflora?

Dry forests and scrublands of South America

Species in the Johnstonalia genus

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50302595: Based on the initial data import
Roberto D. Tortosa (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tortosa' in the authors string.
Marshall Conring Johnston (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.C.Johnst.' in the authors string.