Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cumingii
ID:
814697

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 5: 223 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814031



Common Names

  • Jasminum cumingii
  • Cuming's Jasmine
  • Cumingi Jasmine


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Description

Jasminum cumingii (also called Cuming's Jasmine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Oleaceae. It is native to the Philippines. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in moist forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Jasminum cumingii is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has fragrant white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer months. The plant is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating colds, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jasminum cumingii has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jasminum cumingii is a vigorous evergreen climber with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant, white flowers in summer. It can be propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer or by layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Jasminum cumingii

Jasminum cumingii can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Jasminum cumingii FAQ

What type of soil does Jasminum cumingii prefer?

Jasminum cumingii prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

How much sunlight does Jasminum cumingii need?

Jasminum cumingii needs full sun to partial shade.

How often should Jasminum cumingii be watered?

Jasminum cumingii should be watered weekly or as needed.

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

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:609430-1: 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].