Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
smithii
ID:
1254528

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob. & Greenm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Sci. Arts , ser. 3, 1: 160 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253866



Common Names

  • Jacquemontia smithii
  • Smithii Jacquemontia
  • Smith's Jacquemontia


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Description

Jacquemontia smithii (also called False Pimpernel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in moist habitats, such as riverbanks, marshes, and wet meadows. It has a slender stem and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Jacquemontia smithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jacquemontia smithii has small purple flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacquemontia smithii is an annual herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers a moist, well-draining soil and full sun. Water with distilled water or rainwater to avoid mineral buildup. Fertilize with a balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Jacquemontia smithii

Jacquemontia smithii can be found in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, in the states of Bahia and Espírito Santo.

Jacquemontia smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacquemontia smithii?

Jacquemontia smithii

What are the common names of Jacquemontia smithii?

Smith's bluecurls, Smith's jacquemontia

What is the natural habitat of Jacquemontia smithii?

It is found in moist, shady areas, such as wet meadows, streambanks, and wet woods

Species in the Jacquemontia genus

Jacquemontia cearensis, Jacquemontia cephalantha, Jacquemontia cuyabana, Jacquemontia decipiens, Jacquemontia densifolia, Jacquemontia itatiayensis, Jacquemontia velloziana, Jacquemontia villosissima, Jacquemontia acrocephala, Jacquemontia browniana, Jacquemontia pannosa, Jacquemontia pentantha, Jacquemontia tomentella, Jacquemontia warmingii, Jacquemontia ochracea, Jacquemontia chrysanthera, Jacquemontia estrellensis, Jacquemontia cataractae, Jacquemontia ekmanii, Jacquemontia nipensis, Jacquemontia serpyllifolia, Jacquemontia tuerckheimii, Jacquemontia guyanensis, Jacquemontia revoluta, Jacquemontia obcordata, Jacquemontia albida, Jacquemontia pringlei, Jacquemontia abutiloides, Jacquemontia heterantha, Jacquemontia solanifolia, Jacquemontia sandwicensis, Jacquemontia linoides, Jacquemontia smithii, Jacquemontia pycnocephala, Jacquemontia spherocephala, Jacquemontia holosericea, Jacquemontia eastwoodiana, Jacquemontia paraguayensis, Jacquemontia anomala, Jacquemontia heterotricha, Jacquemontia rojasiana, Jacquemontia glaucescens, Jacquemontia lasioclados, Jacquemontia subsessilis, Jacquemontia velutina, Jacquemontia pentanthos, Jacquemontia acuminata, Jacquemontia asarifolia, Jacquemontia bracteosa, Jacquemontia capitellata,

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50172932: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.