Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
arborea
ID:
355915

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Eclog. Amer. 1: 26. 1797

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000355247

Common Names

  • Jacquinia arborea
  • Tree Jacquinia
  • Tree Bayberry

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Synonyms

  • Jacquinia barbasco Mez [unknown]
  • Chrysophyllum barbasco Loefl. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Jacquinia armillaris arborea (Vahl) Griseb. [unknown]
  • Jacquinia berteroi venosa Mez [unknown]

Description

Jacquinia arborea (also called Tree Jacquinia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with leathery leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry forests and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Jacquinia arborea is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jacquinia arborea is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacquinia arborea is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and should be kept in a cool, shaded area until they have rooted.

Where to Find Jacquinia arborea

Jacquinia arborea is native to the Caribbean.

Jacquinia arborea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacquinia arborea?

Jacquinia arborea

What is the common name of Jacquinia arborea?

Mountain boxwood

What is the natural habitat of Jacquinia arborea?

Jacquinia arborea is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

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