Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
formosa
ID:
1324673

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Liede & Meve

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 61 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337127

Common Names

  • Jobinia formosa
  • Formosa Jobinia
  • Formosa Tree

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Description

Jobinia formosa (also called Jobinia formosana, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Mediterranean region. It has an upright, spreading crown and its leaves are dark green and glossy. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Jobinia formosa is used as an ornamental plant, as a food source for livestock, and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jobinia formosa is white and has five petals. The seed is a round shape and is black in color. The seedlings are slender and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jobinia formosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division is best done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps of the plant into smaller sections and replant them in the desired location.

Where to Find Jobinia formosa

Jobinia formosa is native to Peru.

Jobinia formosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jobinia formosa?

Jobinia formosa

What is the natural habitat of Jobinia formosa?

Dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands

What is the flowering period of Jobinia formosa?

May to July

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.