Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth. ex Müll.Arg.) G.L.Webster
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 9(2): 232. 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219156
Common Names
- Jablonskia congesta
- Congested Jablonskia
- Jablonskia Congesta
Synonyms
- Phyllanthus congestus Benth. ex Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Securinega congesta (Benth. ex Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Acidoton congestus Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Jablonskia congesta (also called Congested Jablonskia, 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
Jablonskia congesta 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 Jablonskia congesta 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jablonskia congesta can be propagated through stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Water the soil and place the cuttings in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Roots should form within a few weeks and the new plants can be transplanted into individual pots.
Where to Find Jablonskia congesta
Jablonskia congesta is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands.
Jablonskia congesta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jablonskia congesta?
Jablonskia congesta
What are the common names of Jablonskia congesta?
None
What is the natural habitat of Jablonskia congesta?
Jablonskia congesta is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Species in the Jablonskia genus
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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,
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Amanoa gracillima,
Amanoa guianensis,
Amanoa muricata,
Amanoa nanayensis,
Amanoa neglecta,
Amanoa oblongifolia,
Amanoa sinuosa,
Amanoa steyermarkii,