Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
1102794

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
tro

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 148 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001102132



Common Names

  • Jasminanthes Suaveolens
  • Suaveolens Vine
  • Fragrant Jasminanthes


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Description

Jasminanthes suaveolens (also called Sweet-scented Jasminanthes, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America and grows in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Jasminanthes suaveolens is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, stomachache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jasminanthes suaveolens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five pointed petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jasminanthes suaveolens is a perennial climber that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips and place them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. Once the cuttings have rooted, transplant them into a larger pot.

Where to Find Jasminanthes suaveolens

Jasminanthes suaveolens is native to India and can be found in dry, open areas.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

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