Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
smithii
ID:
265548

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markgr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 141: 130 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264880



Common Names

  • Parsonsia Smithii
  • Smith's Lata Vine
  • Smithii Vine


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Description

Parsonsia smithii (also called yellow jasmine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is a woody climber with yellow flowers and is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Parsonsia smithii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Parsonsia smithii are white and tubular in shape, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parsonsia smithii is a woody climber native to Queensland, Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Keep in a warm, bright location and water regularly.

Where to Find Parsonsia smithii

Parsonsia smithii is found in the tropical forests of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos.

Parsonsia smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parsonsia smithii?

Parsonsia smithii

What type of plant is Parsonsia smithii?

It is a vine

Where is Parsonsia smithii native to?

It is native to Southeast Asia

Species in the Parsonsia genus

Parsonsia affinis, Parsonsia alboflavescens, Parsonsia aneityensis, Parsonsia apiculata, Parsonsia appressa, Parsonsia bartlensis, Parsonsia blakeana, Parsonsia brachiata, Parsonsia brisbanensis, Parsonsia brownii, Parsonsia burnensis, Parsonsia capsularis, Parsonsia catalpaecarpa, Parsonsia celebica, Parsonsia constricta, Parsonsia crebriflora, Parsonsia curvisepala, Parsonsia densiflora, Parsonsia densivestita, Parsonsia diaphanophlebia, Parsonsia dorrigoensis, Parsonsia edulis, Parsonsia effusa, Parsonsia eucalyptophylla, Parsonsia ferruginea, Parsonsia flavescens, Parsonsia flexilis, Parsonsia flexuosa, Parsonsia franchetii, Parsonsia fulva, Parsonsia goniostemon, Parsonsia grandiflora, Parsonsia grayana, Parsonsia hebetica, Parsonsia heterocapsa, Parsonsia heterophylla, Parsonsia howeana, Parsonsia inae, Parsonsia induplicata, Parsonsia kimberleyensis, Parsonsia kroombitensis, Parsonsia laevis, Parsonsia lanceolata, Parsonsia langiana, Parsonsia larcomensis, Parsonsia largiflorens, Parsonsia lata, Parsonsia latifolia, Parsonsia laxiflora, Parsonsia leichhardtii,

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,

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