Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
josefina
ID:
983285

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 15: 8 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000982623

Common Names

  • Hoffmannia Josefina
  • Josefina Hoffmannia
  • Hoffmannia False-Mint

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Description

Hoffmannia josefina (also called 'Josefina Hoffmannia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the West Indies. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist forests, and tropical and subtropical dry shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hoffmannia josefina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hoffmannia josefina is a small, white or yellowish-white, four-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoffmannia josefina can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of new growth and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and the cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Hoffmannia josefina

Hoffmannia josefina can be found in Mexico.

Species in the Hoffmannia genus

Hoffmannia guerrerensis, Hoffmannia oaxacensis, Hoffmannia lindenii, Hoffmannia stephaniae, Hoffmannia hidalgensis, Hoffmannia silviarum, Hoffmannia aggregata, Hoffmannia amplexifolia, Hoffmannia apodantha, Hoffmannia arborescens, Hoffmannia areolata, Hoffmannia aroensis, Hoffmannia asclepiadea, Hoffmannia asperula, Hoffmannia australis, Hoffmannia bernardii, Hoffmannia bullata, Hoffmannia caripensis, Hoffmannia cauliflora, Hoffmannia cercidifolia, Hoffmannia congesta, Hoffmannia conzattii, Hoffmannia coronata, Hoffmannia cryptoneura, Hoffmannia cuneatissima, Hoffmannia davidsoniae, Hoffmannia dichroantha, Hoffmannia discolor, Hoffmannia dotae, Hoffmannia duckei, Hoffmannia dwyeri, Hoffmannia ecuatoriana, Hoffmannia excelsa, Hoffmannia fortunensis, Hoffmannia gentryi, Hoffmannia gesnerioides, Hoffmannia ghiesbreghtii, Hoffmannia glabra, Hoffmannia hammelii, Hoffmannia hondurensis, Hoffmannia huehueteca, Hoffmannia inamoena, Hoffmannia ixtlanensis, Hoffmannia josefina, Hoffmannia killipii, Hoffmannia kirkbridei, Hoffmannia larensis, Hoffmannia latifolia, Hoffmannia laxa, Hoffmannia liesneriana,

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,