Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
violacea
ID:
1321459

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) J.F.B.Pastore & J.R.Abbott

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 811 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333913





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Description

Asemeia violacea (also called Violet Asemeia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is characterized by its violet-colored leaves and white flowers. It is found in open forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Asemeia violacea is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can be used as a hedge or screen. It has fragrant white flowers and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asemeia violacea has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asemeia violacea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Asemeia violacea

Asemeia violacea is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Asemeia violacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asemeia violacea?

Asemeia violacea

What is the common name of Asemeia violacea?

Violacea

What is the natural habitat of Asemeia violacea?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.
J.Richard Abbott (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Abbott' in the authors string.