Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papafranciscoi
ID:
1318436

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alejandro

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Antoninus J. 1: 75 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330890

Common Names

  • Hedyotis Papafranciscoi
  • Papafranciscoi Hedyotis
  • Francisco's Hedyotis

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Description

Hedyotis papafranciscoi (also called Papa Francisco's Hedyotis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and is often found growing in the understory.

Uses & Benefits

Hedyotis papafranciscoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedyotis papafranciscoi has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedyotis papafranciscoi is a perennial herb that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Hedyotis papafranciscoi

Hedyotis papafranciscoi can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Hedyotis papafranciscoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedyotis papafranciscoi?

Hedyotis papafranciscoi

What is the growth habit of Hedyotis papafranciscoi?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

What is the flowering season of Hedyotis papafranciscoi?

It flowers in late spring to early summer.

Species in the Hedyotis genus

Hedyotis bahaii, Hedyotis wangii, Hedyotis yazhouensis, Hedyotis shenzhenensis, Hedyotis nairii, Hedyotis cheniana, Hedyotis wuzhishanensis, Hedyotis kottangathattiensis, Hedyotis xinyiensis, Hedyotis acutangula, Hedyotis aimiriikensis, Hedyotis albonerva, Hedyotis articularis, Hedyotis atropurpurea, Hedyotis bambusetorum, Hedyotis baotingensis, Hedyotis barberi, Hedyotis beddomei, Hedyotis benguetensis, Hedyotis bourdillonii, Hedyotis brachyantha, Hedyotis bracteosa, Hedyotis buxifolia, Hedyotis cagayanensis, Hedyotis camarinensis, Hedyotis cantoniensis, Hedyotis cardiophylla, Hedyotis catanduanensis, Hedyotis cathayana, Hedyotis caudata, Hedyotis caudatifolia, Hedyotis cinereoviridis, Hedyotis communis, Hedyotis coprosmoides, Hedyotis cornifolia, Hedyotis cryptantha, Hedyotis cushingiae, Hedyotis cyanantha, Hedyotis cyanescens, Hedyotis decora, Hedyotis dendroides, Hedyotis devicolamensis, Hedyotis diffusissima, Hedyotis divaricata, Hedyotis edanoii, Hedyotis effusa, Hedyotis equisetiformis, Hedyotis eualata, Hedyotis eucapitata, Hedyotis evenia,

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

Grecebio Jonathan D. Alejandro (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alejandro' in the authors string.