Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
standleyana
ID:
220825

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 27: 257 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220154

Common Names

  • Joosia Standleyana
  • Standley's Joosia
  • Standley's Star-of-Bethlehem

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Description

Joosia standleyana (also called Standley's Joosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in moist forests, often in areas with limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Joosia standleyana is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Joosia standleyana has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Joosia standleyana is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Joosia standleyana

Joosia standleyana is native to Costa Rica and is found in the provinces of San José and Alajuela.

Joosia standleyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Joosia standleyana?

Joosia standleyana

What is the family of Joosia standleyana?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Joosia standleyana?

Tropical forests

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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