Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gigantea
ID:
219837

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler, Salazar & García-Cruz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Orquidea (Mexico City) , n.s., 12: 145 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219166



Common Names

  • Jacquiniella gigantea
  • Giant Jacquiniella
  • Jacquiniella Gigantea


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Description

Jacquiniella gigantea (also called Giant Jacquiniella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is an evergreen shrub with small, oval-shaped leaves and clusters of small, white, fragrant flowers. It is found in tropical forests and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Jacquiniella gigantea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as a hedge plant. It has a number of medicinal uses, such as for the treatment of fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jacquiniella gigantea is a small, white, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacquiniella gigantea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Jacquiniella gigantea

Jacquiniella gigantea is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands.

Jacquiniella gigantea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacquiniella gigantea?

Jacquiniella gigantea

What are the common names of Jacquiniella gigantea?

None

What is the natural habitat of Jacquiniella gigantea?

Jacquiniella gigantea is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-104155: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Javier García-Cruz (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'García-Cruz' in the authors string.