Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
siamensis
ID:
971980

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.R.Fletcher

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1937: 71 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000971318



Common Names

  • Garrettia siamensis
  • Siamensis Garrettia
  • Siamese Garrettia


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Description

Garrettia siamensis (also called 'Cape jasmine', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and is found in open woodlands, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Garrettia siamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Garrettia siamensis has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Garrettia siamensis is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is best done by cuttings or layering in spring or summer.

Where to Find Garrettia siamensis

Garrettia siamensis is native to Thailand.

Species in the Garrettia genus

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-88592: Based on the initial data import
Harold Roy Fletcher (1907-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.R.Fletcher' in the authors string.