Jasminum angustifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Willd.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1797
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4. 1: 36 (1797)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813659
Common Names
- Jasminum angustifolium
- Narrow-leaved Jasmine
- Angustifolium Jasmine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Jasminum angustifolium (also called 'Narrow-leaved jasmine', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Oleaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing to a height of 2–3 m. It is native to the Himalayas, from Afghanistan to western China, and is found in a variety of habitats, including dry and moist forests, scrub and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Jasminum angustifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for hedges and screens. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating digestive disorders and reducing inflammation.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Jasminum angustifolium var. sessiliflorum (Vahl) P.S.GreenJasminum angustifolium var. angustifolium
Jasminum angustifolium var. hirsutum P.S.Green
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Jasminum angustifolium is white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Jasminum angustifolium can be propagated by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a mixture of sand and peat. Layering should be done in early spring. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is best to prune the plant in late winter or early spring.
Where to Find Jasminum angustifolium
Jasminum angustifolium is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Jasminum angustifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jasminum angustifolium?
Jasminum angustifolium
What is the common name of Jasminum angustifolium?
Narrow-leaved Jasmine
What is the natural habitat of Jasminum angustifolium?
Tropical forests
Species in the Jasminum genus
Jasminum officinale, Jasminum oliganthum, Jasminum obtusifolium, Jasminum papuasicum, Jasminum pauciflorum, Jasminum paucinervium, Jasminum nepalense, Jasminum nervosum, Jasminum newtonii, Jasminum niloticum, Jasminum nintooides, Jasminum nobile, Jasminum octocuspe, Jasminum noldeanum, Jasminum noumeense, Jasminum nudiflorum, Jasminum nummulariifolium, Jasminum pedunculatum, Jasminum pteropodum, Jasminum punctulatum, Jasminum quinatum, Jasminum populifolium, Jasminum pellucidum, Jasminum pentaneurum, Jasminum pericallianthum, Jasminum pierreanum, Jasminum polyanthum, Jasminum puberulum, Jasminum prainii, Jasminum preussii, Jasminum promunturianum, Jasminum pseudopinnatum, Jasminum laxiflorum, Jasminum listeri, Jasminum longipetalum, Jasminum neocaledonicum, Jasminum cardiomorphum, Jasminum kwangense, Jasminum lanceolaria, Jasminum lasiosepalum, Jasminum latipetalum, Jasminum molle, Jasminum mossamedense, Jasminum multiflorum, Jasminum multipartitum, Jasminum multipetalum, Jasminum narcissiodorum, Jasminum marianum, Jasminum macrocarpum, Jasminum magnificum,
Species in the Oleaceae family
Abeliophyllum distichum, Cartrema floridana, Cartrema scortechinii, Cartrema sumatrana, Cartrema americana, Chionanthus greenii, Chionanthus colonchensis, Chionanthus macrothyrsus, Chionanthus acunae, Chionanthus adamsii, Chionanthus albidiflorus, Chionanthus amblirrhinus, Chionanthus avilensis, Chionanthus axillaris, Chionanthus axilliflorus, Chionanthus bakeri, Chionanthus balgooyanus, Chionanthus beccarii, Chionanthus brachystachys, Chionanthus brassii, Chionanthus bumelioides, Chionanthus callophylloides, Chionanthus callophyllus, Chionanthus caudifolius, Chionanthus caymanensis, Chionanthus celebicus, Chionanthus clementis, Chionanthus compactus, Chionanthus cordulatus, Chionanthus coriaceus, Chionanthus crassifolius, Chionanthus crispus, Chionanthus curvicarpus, Chionanthus cuspidatus, Chionanthus decipiens, Chionanthus densiflorus, Chionanthus dictyophyllus, Chionanthus diversifolius, Chionanthus domingensis, Chionanthus dussii, Chionanthus ellipticus, Chionanthus enervis, Chionanthus eriorachis, Chionanthus evenius, Chionanthus ferrugineus, Chionanthus filiformis, Chionanthus fluminensis, Chionanthus gigas, Chionanthus globosus, Chionanthus glomeratus,
References
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:609326-1: 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].