Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
arborescens
ID:
220980

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 7: 58 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220309



Common Names

  • Jumellea arborescens
  • Tree-like Jumellea
  • Tree-like Star of Bethlehem


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Description

Jumellea arborescens (also called Tree-like Jumellea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in moist forests, often in areas with limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Jumellea arborescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jumellea arborescens is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jumellea arborescens is a terrestrial orchid native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment with partial shade and well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks. In winter, reduce watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Jumellea arborescens

Jumellea arborescens is native to Madagascar.

Jumellea arborescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jumellea arborescens?

Jumellea arborescens

What type of plant is Jumellea arborescens?

A shrub

Where is Jumellea arborescens native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Jumellea genus

Jumellea ambrensis, Jumellea amplifolia, Jumellea angustifolia, Jumellea anjouanensis, Jumellea arachnantha, Jumellea arborescens, Jumellea bathiei, Jumellea brachycentra, Jumellea brevifolia, Jumellea comorensis, Jumellea confusa, Jumellea cowanii, Jumellea cyrtoceras, Jumellea dendrobioides, Jumellea densefoliata, Jumellea divaricata, Jumellea exilis, Jumellea fragrans, Jumellea francoisii, Jumellea gregariiflora, Jumellea hyalina, Jumellea ibityana, Jumellea intricata, Jumellea jumelleana, Jumellea lignosa, Jumellea linearipetala, Jumellea longivaginans, Jumellea majalis, Jumellea major, Jumellea marojejiensis, Jumellea maxillarioides, Jumellea nutans, Jumellea ophioplectron, Jumellea pachyceras, Jumellea pachyra, Jumellea papangensis, Jumellea peyrotii, Jumellea porrigens, Jumellea punctata, Jumellea recta, Jumellea recurva, Jumellea rigida, Jumellea rossii, Jumellea similis, Jumellea spathulata, Jumellea stenoglossa, Jumellea stenophylla, Jumellea stipitata, Jumellea teretifolia, Jumellea triquetra,

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,