Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
congesta
ID:
219827

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


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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.

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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

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-104143: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
Grady Webster (1927-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Webster' in the authors string.