Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sibuyanensis
ID:
981540

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 3: 977 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000980878

Common Names

  • Hedyotis Sibuyanensis
  • Blue-eyed Grass
  • Hedyotis Indica

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Description

Hedyotis sibuyanensis (also called Sibuyan Hedyotis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hedyotis sibuyanensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hedyotis sibuyanensis is white in color and has four petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, green plant with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedyotis sibuyanensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to India. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Hedyotis sibuyanensis

Hedyotis sibuyanensis can be found in the Philippines.

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,

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