Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
gemmiflora
ID:
780625

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rizzini & A.Mattos

Source:
iplants

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Biol. 46: 320 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779958



Common Names

  • Gemmiflora Tabebuia
  • Gemmiflora Trumpetbush
  • Gemmiflora Yellow Bells


Searching for Tabebuia gemmiflora? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Tabebuia gemmiflora (also called Yellow Bells, Yellow Trumpetbush, and Yellow Elder, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 3–6 feet (0.9–1.8 m) and has bright yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry, open areas such as deserts and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tabebuia gemmiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, malaria, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tabebuia gemmiflora has yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers that are about 2.5 cm long. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

Searching for Tabebuia gemmiflora? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Tabebuia gemmiflora is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seeds, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 15-20 cm.

Where to Find Tabebuia gemmiflora

Tabebuia gemmiflora is native to Brazil.

Tabebuia gemmiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tabebuia gemmiflora?

Tabebuia gemmiflora

What is the common name of Tabebuia gemmiflora?

Gem-flowered tabebuia

What is the natural habitat of Tabebuia gemmiflora?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Tabebuia genus

Tabebuia zanonii, Tabebuia ovatifolia, Tabebuia bullata, Tabebuia gemmiflora, Tabebuia reticulata, Tabebuia ricardii, Tabebuia caleticana, Tabebuia vinosa, Tabebuia insignis, Tabebuia jackiana, Tabebuia jaucoensis, Tabebuia lepidophylla, Tabebuia lepidota, Tabebuia glaucescens, Tabebuia gracilipes, Tabebuia inaequipes, Tabebuia haemantha, Tabebuia heterophylla, Tabebuia hypoleuca, Tabebuia leptoneura, Tabebuia nodosa, Tabebuia myrtifolia, Tabebuia obovata, Tabebuia obtusifolia, Tabebuia ophiolithica, Tabebuia orinocensis, Tabebuia linearis, Tabebuia fluviatilis, Tabebuia maxonii, Tabebuia calcicola, Tabebuia bibracteolata, Tabebuia brooksiana, Tabebuia bahamensis, Tabebuia cassinoides, Tabebuia buchii, Tabebuia angustata, Tabebuia acrophylla, Tabebuia arimaoensis, Tabebuia aurea, Tabebuia elliptica, Tabebuia dubia, Tabebuia elegans, Tabebuia elongata, Tabebuia multinervis, Tabebuia clementis, Tabebuia conferta, Tabebuia crispiflora, Tabebuia del-riscoi, Tabebuia densifolia, Tabebuia pallida,

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Carlos Toledo Rizzini (1921-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rizzini' in the authors string.
Armando de Mattos (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Mattos' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:305737-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].