Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
jucundum
ID:
237354

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 33: 426 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236686



Common Names

  • Antidesma Jucundum
  • Jucundum Bead Tree
  • Jucundum Beadfruit


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Description

Antidesma jucundum (also called sweet berry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to China, Japan, and Taiwan. It has leathery, glossy leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woods, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma jucundum has been used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases. It is also used as an antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antidesma jucundum has white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma jucundum is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a cold frame in early spring. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in a moist medium.

Where to Find Antidesma jucundum

Antidesma jucundum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Antidesma jucundum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antidesma jucundum?

Antidesma jucundum

What is the common name of Antidesma jucundum?

Jucunda

Where is Antidesma jucundum native to?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Antidesma genus

Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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