Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
sempervirens
ID:
696720

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) J.St.-Hil.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Expos. Fam. Nat. 1: 338 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696053



Common Names

  • Gelsemium sempervirens
  • Carolina Jessamine
  • Gelsemium


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Description

Gelsemium sempervirens (also called Gelsemium sempervirens, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herb with a woody base and grows up to 40 cm in height. It is native to Mexico, and is found in montane forests and cloud forests at elevations of 1000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Gelsemium sempervirens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gelsemium sempervirens has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gelsemium sempervirens is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has leathery, oval-shaped leaves and yellow, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Gelsemium sempervirens

Gelsemium sempervirens is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Gelsemium sempervirens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gelsemium sempervirens?

Gelsemium sempervirens

What is the common name of Gelsemium sempervirens?

Carolina Jessamine

What is the natural habitat of Gelsemium sempervirens?

It is native to the southeastern United States

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Jean Henri Jaume Saint-Hilaire (1772-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60448812-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.