Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ibityense
ID:
220832

Status:
valid

Authors:
Puff

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol., Suppl. 3: 298 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220161

Common Names

  • Anthospermum Ibityense
  • Ibity Anthospermum
  • Ibity Star-of-Bethlehem

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Description

Anthospermum ibityense (also called Ibity Anthospermum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in moist forests, often in areas with limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Anthospermum ibityense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthospermum ibityense has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthospermum ibityense is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Anthospermum ibityense

Anthospermum ibityense is native to Madagascar and is found in the provinces of Antsiranana and Fianarantsoa.

Anthospermum ibityense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthospermum ibityense?

Anthospermum ibityense

What is the family of Anthospermum ibityense?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Anthospermum ibityense?

Tropical forests

Species in the Anthospermum genus

Anthospermum aethiopicum, Anthospermum ammannioides, Anthospermum asperuloides, Anthospermum basuticum, Anthospermum bergianum, Anthospermum bicorne, Anthospermum comptonii, Anthospermum dregei, Anthospermum emirnense, Anthospermum ericifolium, Anthospermum esterhuysenianum, Anthospermum galioides, Anthospermum galpinii, Anthospermum herbaceum, Anthospermum hirtum, Anthospermum hispidulum, Anthospermum ibityense, Anthospermum isaloense, Anthospermum littoreum, Anthospermum longisepalum, Anthospermum madagascariense, Anthospermum monticola, Anthospermum pachyrrhizum, Anthospermum palustre, Anthospermum paniculatum, Anthospermum perrieri, Anthospermum prostratum, Anthospermum rigidum, Anthospermum rosmarinus, Anthospermum spathulatum, Anthospermum streyi, Anthospermum ternatum, Anthospermum thymoides, Anthospermum usambarense, Anthospermum vallicola, Anthospermum villosicarpum, Anthospermum welwitschii, Anthospermum whyteanum, Anthospermum zimbabwense, Anthospermum ammanioides,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-10512: Based on the initial data import
Christian Puff (1949-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puff' in the authors string.