Jobinia balslevii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balslevii
ID:
1255440
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Morillo) W.D.Stevens
Source:
tro
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Novon 10: 244 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254778
Common Names
- Jobinia Balslevii
- Balslev's Jobinia
- Balslev's Tree Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Jobinia balslevii (also called Balslev's Jobinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Jobinia balslevii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping purposes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Jobinia balslevii has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Jobinia balslevii is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Jobinia balslevii
Jobinia balslevii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Jobinia balslevii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jobinia balslevii?
Jobinia balslevii
What is the common name of Jobinia balslevii?
Balslev's Jobinia
What is the natural habitat of Jobinia balslevii?
It is native to Central America and northern South America.
Species in the Jobinia genus
Jobinia hatschbachii, Jobinia lindbergii, Jobinia neei, Jobinia connivens, Jobinia eulaxiflora, Jobinia longicoronata, Jobinia grandis, Jobinia chlorantha, Jobinia paranaensis, Jobinia balslevii, Jobinia campii, Jobinia glossostemma, Jobinia fontellana, Jobinia formosa, Jobinia latipes, Jobinia mazzuchii, Jobinia peruviana, Jobinia samuelssonii, Jobinia schizocorona, Jobinia streptantha, Jobinia tarmensis, Jobinia tiarata, Jobinia trifurcata, Jobinia umbellata, Jobinia canoi,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,
References
Gilberto N. Morillo (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morillo' in the authors string.
Warren Douglas Stevens (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Stevens' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1040870-2: Based on the initial data import