Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
johnstonii
ID:
255665

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum. ex Engl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Abh. Preuss. Akad. Wiss. 1891: 397 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254997

Common Names

  • Oldenlandia johnstonii
  • Johnstonii Oldenlandia
  • Oldenlandia

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Synonyms

  • Oldenlandia chevalieri Bremek. [illegitimate]
  • Hedyotis johnstonii Oliver [valid]
  • Oldenlandia johnstonii johnstonii [unknown]

Description

Oldenlandia johnstonii (also called Johnston's Oldenlandia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions and is found in moist soils, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenlandia johnstonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oldenlandia johnstonii has white flowers with yellow centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia johnstonii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to China and Taiwan. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination, which usually takes about two weeks.

Where to Find Oldenlandia johnstonii

Oldenlandia johnstonii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Oldenlandia johnstonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia johnstonii?

Oldenlandia johnstonii

What is the family of Oldenlandia johnstonii?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Oldenlandia johnstonii?

Johnston's Oldenlandia

Species in the Oldenlandia genus

Oldenlandia ascedens, Oldenlandia acicularis, Oldenlandia adscensionis, Oldenlandia aegialodes, Oldenlandia aemulans, Oldenlandia affinis, Oldenlandia apoensis, Oldenlandia arenarioides, Oldenlandia aretioides, Oldenlandia aridosa, Oldenlandia balfourii, Oldenlandia banksii, Oldenlandia bicornuta, Oldenlandia boscii, Oldenlandia brachypetala, Oldenlandia brachyphylla, Oldenlandia breviflora, Oldenlandia cana, Oldenlandia capensis, Oldenlandia capillipes, Oldenlandia capituligera, Oldenlandia chevalieri, Oldenlandia chiovendae, Oldenlandia ciliata, Oldenlandia ciliolata, Oldenlandia clausa, Oldenlandia comata, Oldenlandia contracta, Oldenlandia corymbosa, Oldenlandia cryptocarpa, Oldenlandia cyperoides, Oldenlandia debilis, Oldenlandia decipiens, Oldenlandia densiflora, Oldenlandia dinteri, Oldenlandia drymarioides, Oldenlandia duemmeri, Oldenlandia dusenii, Oldenlandia echinulosa, Oldenlandia erythraeoides, Oldenlandia fastigiata, Oldenlandia filicaulis, Oldenlandia filifolia, Oldenlandia flosculosa, Oldenlandia forcipitistipula, Oldenlandia friesiorum, Oldenlandia geophila, Oldenlandia grandis, Oldenlandia gregaria, Oldenlandia herbacea,

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-138485: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.