Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
jasminodora
ID:
307584

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch. & Linden

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Cat. Gén. 7: 5 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306916



Common Names

  • Schlimia jasminodora
  • Jasminodora Schlimia
  • Jasminodora Palm


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Synonyms

  • Schlimia pandurata Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Schlimia jasminodora (also called Jasminodora Schlimia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to tropical South America and is found in rainforests and other moist habitats. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Schlimia jasminodora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schlimia jasminodora is a white to yellowish-white, star-shaped flower with a short tube and five spreading lobes. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schlimia jasminodora is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by division of the rootball.

Where to Find Schlimia jasminodora

Schlimia jasminodora can be found in tropical Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.

Schlimia jasminodora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schlimia jasminodora?

Schlimia jasminodora

What is the common name of Schlimia jasminodora?

Jasminodora Schlimia

What is the natural habitat of Schlimia jasminodora?

It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Schlimia genus

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-188206: Based on the initial data import
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.