Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
homolleae
ID:
1303027

Status:
valid

Authors:
Groeninckx

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Eur. J. Taxon. 312: 20 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315481

Common Names

  • Astiella homolleae
  • Homolleae Astiella
  • Homolleae Astiella Plant

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Description

Astiella homolleae (also called 'Homolle's Astiella', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It has a slender stem and grows up to 3 meters in height. Its leaves are simple and its flowers are yellowish-white. It is found in tropical forests, swamps, and along rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Astiella homolleae is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astiella homolleae has white flowers with yellow anthers and a yellow stigma. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astiella homolleae is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a healthy stem and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot filled with moist soil and place it in a warm, bright location. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Astiella homolleae

Astiella homolleae is native to Madagascar and can be found in the rainforests of the east coast.

Astiella homolleae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astiella homolleae?

Astiella homolleae

What is the family of Astiella homolleae?

Asteraceae

Where is Astiella homolleae found?

Central and South America

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

Inge Groeninckx (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Groeninckx' in the authors string.