Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
veris
ID:
218439

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ekman ex Aiello & Borhidi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 32(1–4): 222. 1986

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217768

Common Names

  • Isidorea veris
  • Spring Isidorea
  • Spring Isidorea Plant

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Description

Isidorea veris (also called Veris Isidorea, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in Mexico and Central America. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is commonly found in dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Isidorea veris 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

Flower: small, white with yellow center. Seed: small, dark brown. Seedlings: small, green with white spots.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isidorea veris can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Isidorea veris

Isidorea veris is native to Central America.

Isidorea veris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isidorea veris?

Isidorea veris

What are the common names of Isidorea veris?

Veris Isidorea

What is the natural habitat of Isidorea veris?

Grassy and rocky areas

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-102843: Based on the initial data import
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Annette Aiello (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiello' in the authors string.