Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reticulata
ID:
218407

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton ex Rusby

Source:
wcs

Year:

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club vi. 46.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217736

Common Names

  • Isertia reticulata
  • Reticulate Isertia
  • Reticulate Bush

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Description

Isertia reticulata (also called Netted 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 reticulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isertia reticulata 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 reticulata 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 reticulata

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

Isertia reticulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isertia reticulata?

Isertia reticulata

What family does Isertia reticulata belong to?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Isertia reticulata?

Netted 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-102812: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.