Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
flava
ID:
615820

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Inoue & T.Yukawa

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 53: 108 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615152

Common Names

  • Flava Yoania
  • Flava Yoania-bush
  • Flava Yoania-shrub

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Description

Yoania flava (also called Yellow Yoania, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Philippines, and is found in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, secondary forests, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Yoania flava is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Yoania flava is yellow and has three petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are slender and have long leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Yoania flava is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun but may require more frequent watering.

Where to Find Yoania flava

Yoania flava can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Yoania flava FAQ

What is the scientific name of Yoania flava?

Yoania flava

What is the common name of Yoania flava?

Yellow Yoania

What is the habitat of Yoania flava?

Yoania flava is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-273139: Based on the initial data import
Tomohisa Yukawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yukawa' in the authors string.
Ken Inoue (1948-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Inoue' in the authors string.