Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perrieri
ID:
1303030

Status:
valid

Authors:
Groeninckx

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Eur. J. Taxon. 312: 29 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315484

Common Names

  • Astiella perrieri
  • Perrieri Astiella
  • Perrieri Astiella Plant

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Description

Astiella perrieri (also called Perrier's astiella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and grows in moist forests. It has a shrub-like habit and produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astiella perrieri 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 perrieri is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.

Where to Find Astiella perrieri

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

Astiella perrieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astiella perrieri?

Astiella perrieri

What is the family of Astiella perrieri?

Asteraceae

Where is Astiella perrieri 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.