Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
jiewhoei
ID:
220767

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Wood & Shim) Szlach.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. , Suppl. 3: 135 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220096



Common Names

  • Jejewoodia jiewhoei
  • Coral Plant
  • Coralbush


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Synonyms

  • Ceratochilus jiewhoei J.J.Wood & Shim [unknown]

Description

Jejewoodia jiewhoei (also called Jejewoodia jiewhoei, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests and open woodlands. It has simple, alternate leaves that are oblong to elliptic in shape and are 6-15 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Jejewoodia jiewhoei is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jejewoodia jiewhoei is yellow and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jejewoodia jiewhoei is a shrub or small tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Jejewoodia jiewhoei

Jejewoodia jiewhoei is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is often found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Jejewoodia jiewhoei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jejewoodia jiewhoei?

Jejewoodia jiewhoei

What is the family of Jejewoodia jiewhoei?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Jejewoodia jiewhoei?

Jiewhoe's Jejewoodia

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-105042: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Phyau Soon Shim (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shim' in the authors string.
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.