Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laevis
ID:
218396

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Triana) B.M.Boom

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 36: 433 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217725

Common Names

  • Isertia laevis
  • Smooth Isertia
  • Smooth Bush

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Synonyms

  • Isertia alba Sprague [valid]
  • Isertia alba (K.Schum. & K.Krause) Standl. [illegitimate]
  • Isertia juruana (K.Schum. & K.Krause) Standl. [valid]
  • Isertia panamensis (Standl.) Standl. [valid]
  • Isertia parvifolia Standl. [valid]
  • Isertia purdiei Sprague [valid]
  • Isertia spraguei Wernham [valid]
  • Isertia weberbaueri Standl. [valid]
  • Cassupa alba K.Schum. & K.Krause [valid]
  • Cassupa juruana K.Schum. & K.Krause [valid]
  • Cassupa laevis Triana [valid]
  • Cassupa panamensis Standl. [valid]
  • Creatantha peruviana Standl. [valid]

Description

Isertia laevis (also called Smooth Isertia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is found in lowland rainforest, wet forest, and cloud forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Isertia laevis is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isertia laevis has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isertia laevis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced about 1.2m apart.

Where to Find Isertia laevis

Isertia laevis is native to Mexico and Central America and can be found in dry, open areas. It can be propagated from seed.

Isertia laevis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isertia laevis?

Isertia laevis

What family does Isertia laevis belong to?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Isertia laevis?

Smooth Isertia

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-102801: Based on the initial data import
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Brian Morey Boom (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.M.Boom' in the authors string.