Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
mazzuchii
ID:
1324675

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Speg.) Liede & Meve

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 62 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337129

Common Names

  • Jobinia mazzuchii
  • Mazzuchii Jobinia
  • Mazzuchii Tree

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Jobinia mazzuchii 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 mazzuchii 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 mazzuchii 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 mazzuchii

Jobinia mazzuchii is native to Peru.

Jobinia mazzuchii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jobinia mazzuchii?

Jobinia mazzuchii

What is the natural habitat of Jobinia mazzuchii?

Dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands

What is the flowering period of Jobinia mazzuchii?

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

Carlos Luigi Spegazzini (1858-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speg.' 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.