Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulla
ID:
1303031

Status:
valid

Authors:
Groeninckx

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Eur. J. Taxon. 312: 33 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315485

Common Names

  • Astiella pulla
  • Pulla Astiella
  • Pulla Astiella Plant

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Description

Astiella pulla (also called Pulla 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 pulla is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Astiella pulla are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astiella pulla 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 pulla

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

Astiella pulla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astiella pulla?

Astiella pulla

What is the family of Astiella pulla?

Asteraceae

Where is Astiella pulla 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.