Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
berteroi
ID:
355920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spreng.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 1: 668 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000355252

Common Names

  • Jacquinia berteroi
  • Bertero's Jacquinia
  • Bertero's Bayberry

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Synonyms

  • Jacquinia sphaeroidea Urb. [unknown]
  • Jacquinia berteroi acutifolia Griseb. [unknown]
  • Jacquinia berteroi portoricensis Urb. [unknown]
  • Jacquinia berteroi acutifolia (Griseb.) Borhidi [unknown]
  • Jacquinia berteroi portoricensis (Urb.) Borhidi [unknown]
  • Jacquinia berteroi angustior Urb. [deprecated]
  • Jacquinia berteroi cubensis Kitan. [deprecated]
  • Jacquinia berteroi nana Correll [deprecated]
  • Jacquinia berteroi retusa Urb. [deprecated]

Description

Jacquinia berteroi (also called Bertero's Jacquinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen 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 berteroi 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 berteroi 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 berteroi is a shrub native to South America, and it can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly. Pruning is recommended to encourage bushier growth.

Where to Find Jacquinia berteroi

Jacquinia berteroi is native to the Caribbean.

Jacquinia berteroi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacquinia berteroi?

Jacquinia berteroi

What is the common name of Jacquinia berteroi?

Bertero's Jacquinia

What is the natural habitat of Jacquinia berteroi?

Tropical rainforests and moist forests

Species in the Primulaceae family

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