Jovetia humilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Guédès
Source:
wcs
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 17: 134 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220208
Common Names
- Jovetia humilis
- Humble Jovetia
- Humble Jovetia
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- Jovetia erecta Guédès [valid]
- Jovetia humilis glabra J.-F.Leroy [valid]
Description
Jovetia humilis (also called Humble Jovetia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has white flowers and its leaves are lanceolate and serrated. It is found in dry forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Jovetia humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Jovetia humilis is white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Jovetia humilis is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Jovetia humilis
Jovetia humilis is native to the Caribbean Islands.
Jovetia humilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jovetia humilis?
Jovetia humilis
What type of plant is Jovetia humilis?
A shrub
Where is Jovetia humilis native to?
South America
Species in the Jovetia genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-105165: Based on the initial data import
Michel Guédès (1942-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guédès' in the authors string.