Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
markgrafiana
ID:
320637

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Macbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 13(5): 406 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000319969

Common Names

  • Tabernaemontana markgrafiana
  • Markgraf's Star-jasmine
  • Markgraf's Jasmine

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Description

Tabernaemontana markgrafiana (also called 'Markgraf's Star-apple', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree up to 15 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tabernaemontana markgrafiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Tabernaemontana markgrafiana are white and have five petals. Seed: The seeds of Tabernaemontana markgrafiana are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Tabernaemontana markgrafiana are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tabernaemontana markgrafiana is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought and frost tolerant.

Where to Find Tabernaemontana markgrafiana

Tabernaemontana markgrafiana is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Tabernaemontana markgrafiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tabernaemontana markgrafiana?

Tabernaemontana markgrafiana

What is the common name of Tabernaemontana markgrafiana?

Markgrafiana

What is the natural habitat of Tabernaemontana markgrafiana?

Tropical forests

Species in the Tabernaemontana genus

Tabernaemontana africana, Tabernaemontana alba, Tabernaemontana alfari, Tabernaemontana alternifolia, Tabernaemontana amplifolia, Tabernaemontana amygdalifolia, Tabernaemontana angulata, Tabernaemontana antheonycta, Tabernaemontana apoda, Tabernaemontana arborea, Tabernaemontana attenuata, Tabernaemontana aurantiaca, Tabernaemontana bouquetii, Tabernaemontana bovina, Tabernaemontana brachyantha, Tabernaemontana bufalina, Tabernaemontana calcarea, Tabernaemontana capuronii, Tabernaemontana catharinensis, Tabernaemontana cerea, Tabernaemontana cerifera, Tabernaemontana chocoensis, Tabernaemontana ciliata, Tabernaemontana citrifolia, Tabernaemontana coffeoides, Tabernaemontana columbiensis, Tabernaemontana contorta, Tabernaemontana cordata, Tabernaemontana coriacea, Tabernaemontana corymbosa, Tabernaemontana crassa, Tabernaemontana crassifolia, Tabernaemontana cumata, Tabernaemontana cuspidata, Tabernaemontana cymosa, Tabernaemontana debrayi, Tabernaemontana dichotoma, Tabernaemontana disticha, Tabernaemontana divaricata, Tabernaemontana donnell-smithii, Tabernaemontana eglandulosa, Tabernaemontana elegans, Tabernaemontana eusepala, Tabernaemontana eusepaloides, Tabernaemontana flavicans, Tabernaemontana gamblei, Tabernaemontana glandulosa, Tabernaemontana grandiflora, Tabernaemontana granulosa, Tabernaemontana hallei,

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,

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