Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jorgemeavei
ID:
1335202

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hern.-Barón, Espejo, Pérez-García, Cerros & López-Ferr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 288(3): 274 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347656



Common Names

  • Amyris Jorgemeavei
  • Jorgemeave's Amyris
  • Jorgemeave's Torchwood


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Description

Amyris jorgemeavei (also called Jorgemeave's Amyris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a short stem and long leaves, and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Amyris jorgemeavei is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive problems, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a diuretic and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amyris jorgemeavei has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amyris jorgemeavei is a shrub native to Mexico. It is best grown in a well-drained, sandy soil in full sun. It prefers temperatures between 50-75°F and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Amyris jorgemeavei

Amyris jorgemeavei can be found in Mexico.

Amyris jorgemeavei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amyris jorgemeavei?

Amyris jorgemeavei

What is the common name of Amyris jorgemeavei?

Jorge Meave's Torchwood

What is the natural habitat of Amyris jorgemeavei?

Tropical forests

Species in the Amyris genus

Amyris cubensis, Amyris abeggii, Amyris apiculata, Amyris attenuata, Amyris balsamifera, Amyris barbata, Amyris brachybotrys, Amyris brenesii, Amyris carterae, Amyris chiapensis, Amyris conzattii, Amyris cordata, Amyris crebrinervis, Amyris diatrypa, Amyris elemifera, Amyris filipes, Amyris granulata, Amyris guatemalensis, Amyris guianensis, Amyris humboldtii, Amyris ignea, Amyris intermedia, Amyris lineata, Amyris lurida, Amyris macrocarpa, Amyris madrensis, Amyris magnifolia, Amyris marshii, Amyris metopioides, Amyris mexicana, Amyris monophylla, Amyris multijuga, Amyris oblanceolata, Amyris pernambucensis, Amyris phlebotaenioides, Amyris pinnata, Amyris plumieri, Amyris polymorpha, Amyris polyneura, Amyris pungens, Amyris purpusii, Amyris rekoi, Amyris rhomboidea, Amyris robinsonii, Amyris sandemanii, Amyris staminosa, Amyris stromatophylla, Amyris terebinthifolia, Amyris texana, Amyris thyrsiflora,

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

Mario Adolfo Espejo Serna (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Espejo' in the authors string.
Ana Rosa López-Ferrari (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'López-Ferr.' in the authors string.
Eduardo Alberto Pérez-García (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pérez-García' in the authors string.
Rosa Cerros-Tlatilpa (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cerros' in the authors string.
Lizetth Jimena Hernández-Barón (b.1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hern.-Barón' in the authors string.