Status:
valid
Authors:
Meisn.
Source:
tro
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 7: 306 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254836
Common Names
- Jacquemontia spherocephala
- Spherocephala Jacquemontia
- Spherocephala Fern
Description
Jacquemontia spherocephala (also called Spherical-headed Clustervine, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has leathery leaves and small, blue flowers. It grows in moist, shady soils and is often found in woodlands and moist prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Jacquemontia spherocephala is used as a medicinal plant and as a source of food. It is also used in traditional ceremonies and rituals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Jacquemontia spherocephala has small, star-shaped white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jacquemontia spherocephala is a small shrub that grows up to 0.5m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Jacquemontia spherocephala
Jacquemontia spherocephala is native to Mexico and can be found growing in dry, tropical forests.
Jacquemontia spherocephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jacquemontia spherocephala?
Jacquemontia spherocephala
What is the common name of Jacquemontia spherocephala?
Round-headed Clustervine
What is the natural habitat of Jacquemontia spherocephala?
Dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands
Species in the Jacquemontia genus
Jacquemontia cearensis,
Jacquemontia cephalantha,
Jacquemontia cuyabana,
Jacquemontia decipiens,
Jacquemontia densifolia,
Jacquemontia itatiayensis,
Jacquemontia velloziana,
Jacquemontia villosissima,
Jacquemontia acrocephala,
Jacquemontia browniana,
Jacquemontia pannosa,
Jacquemontia pentantha,
Jacquemontia tomentella,
Jacquemontia warmingii,
Jacquemontia ochracea,
Jacquemontia chrysanthera,
Jacquemontia estrellensis,
Jacquemontia cataractae,
Jacquemontia ekmanii,
Jacquemontia nipensis,
Jacquemontia serpyllifolia,
Jacquemontia tuerckheimii,
Jacquemontia guyanensis,
Jacquemontia revoluta,
Jacquemontia obcordata,
Jacquemontia albida,
Jacquemontia pringlei,
Jacquemontia abutiloides,
Jacquemontia heterantha,
Jacquemontia solanifolia,
Jacquemontia sandwicensis,
Jacquemontia linoides,
Jacquemontia smithii,
Jacquemontia pycnocephala,
Jacquemontia spherocephala,
Jacquemontia holosericea,
Jacquemontia eastwoodiana,
Jacquemontia paraguayensis,
Jacquemontia anomala,
Jacquemontia heterotricha,
Jacquemontia rojasiana,
Jacquemontia glaucescens,
Jacquemontia lasioclados,
Jacquemontia subsessilis,
Jacquemontia velutina,
Jacquemontia pentanthos,
Jacquemontia acuminata,
Jacquemontia asarifolia,
Jacquemontia bracteosa,
Jacquemontia capitellata,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii,
Aniseia martinicensis,
Aniseia argentina,
Aniseia luxurians,
Argyreia adpressa,
Argyreia apoensis,
Argyreia arakuensis,
Argyreia atropurpurea,
Argyreia barbata,
Argyreia barbigera,
Argyreia barnesii,
Argyreia bifrons,
Argyreia boholensis,
Argyreia boseana,
Argyreia bracteosa,
Argyreia breviscapa,
Argyreia caudata,
Argyreia celebica,
Argyreia cinerea,
Argyreia coacta,
Argyreia confusa,
Argyreia congesta,
Argyreia coonoorensis,
Argyreia corneri,
Argyreia crispa,
Argyreia cucullata,
Argyreia cymosa,
Argyreia daltonii,
Argyreia discolor,
Argyreia elliptica,
Argyreia erinacea,
Argyreia fulgens,
Argyreia glabra,
Argyreia hancorniifolia,
Argyreia hirsutissima,
Argyreia hookeri,
Argyreia involucrata,
Argyreia kerrii,
Argyreia kleiniana,
Argyreia kunstleri,
Argyreia kurzii,
Argyreia lamii,
Argyreia lanceolata,
Argyreia laotica,
Argyreia lawii,
Argyreia leschenaultii,
Argyreia linggaensis,
Argyreia longifolia,
Argyreia luzonensis,
Argyreia maingayi,