Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jamaicensis
ID:
274068

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton & Harris) Proctor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bull. Inst. Jamaica, Sci. Ser. 16: 34 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273400



Common Names

  • Jamaican Allspice
  • Jamaican Pimento
  • Jamaican Pepper


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Description

Pimenta jamaicensis (also called Jamaican Pimenta, among many other common names) is a species of tree found in the tropical regions of the Caribbean. It has a grey-brown bark and large, white-spotted leaves, and grows in humid, shady areas, such as forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pimenta jamaicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pimenta jamaicensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pimenta jamaicensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pimenta jamaicensis

Pimenta jamaicensis is native to Jamaica. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Pimenta jamaicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pimenta jamaicensis?

Pimenta jamaicensis

What is the common name of Pimenta jamaicensis?

Jamaican Pepper

What is the natural habitat of Pimenta jamaicensis?

Tropical forests of the Caribbean

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-156144: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
George Richardson Proctor (1920-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Proctor' in the authors string.
William Harris (1860-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harris' in the authors string.