Jasminum laxiflorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 3: 1055 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813396
Common Names
- Lax-flowered Jasmine
- Lax Flowered Jasmine
- Laxflowered Jasmine
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Jasminum laxiflorum (also called 'Loose-flowered Jasmine', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Oleaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China. It is an evergreen shrub or climber with glossy green leaves and fragrant white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Jasminum laxiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases. The plant has a pleasant aroma and is used in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Jasminum laxiflorum are white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Jasminum laxiflorum can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is tolerant of temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F).
Where to Find Jasminum laxiflorum
Jasminum laxiflorum is native to India.
Jasminum laxiflorum FAQ
What is the ideal soil type for Jasminum laxiflorum?
Jasminum laxiflorum prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
What is the best climate for Jasminum laxiflorum?
Jasminum laxiflorum prefers a warm, humid climate.
How much light does Jasminum laxiflorum need?
Jasminum laxiflorum needs full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Jasminum genus
Jasminum officinale, Jasminum oliganthum, Jasminum obtusifolium, Jasminum papuasicum, Jasminum pauciflorum, Jasminum paucinervium, Jasminum nepalense, Jasminum nervosum, Jasminum newtonii, Jasminum niloticum, Jasminum nintooides, Jasminum nobile, Jasminum octocuspe, Jasminum noldeanum, Jasminum noumeense, Jasminum nudiflorum, Jasminum nummulariifolium, Jasminum pedunculatum, Jasminum pteropodum, Jasminum punctulatum, Jasminum quinatum, Jasminum populifolium, Jasminum pellucidum, Jasminum pentaneurum, Jasminum pericallianthum, Jasminum pierreanum, Jasminum polyanthum, Jasminum puberulum, Jasminum prainii, Jasminum preussii, Jasminum promunturianum, Jasminum pseudopinnatum, Jasminum laxiflorum, Jasminum listeri, Jasminum longipetalum, Jasminum neocaledonicum, Jasminum cardiomorphum, Jasminum kwangense, Jasminum lanceolaria, Jasminum lasiosepalum, Jasminum latipetalum, Jasminum molle, Jasminum mossamedense, Jasminum multiflorum, Jasminum multipartitum, Jasminum multipetalum, Jasminum narcissiodorum, Jasminum marianum, Jasminum macrocarpum, Jasminum magnificum,
Species in the Oleaceae family
Abeliophyllum distichum, Cartrema floridana, Cartrema scortechinii, Cartrema sumatrana, Cartrema americana, Chionanthus greenii, Chionanthus colonchensis, Chionanthus macrothyrsus, Chionanthus acunae, Chionanthus adamsii, Chionanthus albidiflorus, Chionanthus amblirrhinus, Chionanthus avilensis, Chionanthus axillaris, Chionanthus axilliflorus, Chionanthus bakeri, Chionanthus balgooyanus, Chionanthus beccarii, Chionanthus brachystachys, Chionanthus brassii, Chionanthus bumelioides, Chionanthus callophylloides, Chionanthus callophyllus, Chionanthus caudifolius, Chionanthus caymanensis, Chionanthus celebicus, Chionanthus clementis, Chionanthus compactus, Chionanthus cordulatus, Chionanthus coriaceus, Chionanthus crassifolius, Chionanthus crispus, Chionanthus curvicarpus, Chionanthus cuspidatus, Chionanthus decipiens, Chionanthus densiflorus, Chionanthus dictyophyllus, Chionanthus diversifolius, Chionanthus domingensis, Chionanthus dussii, Chionanthus ellipticus, Chionanthus enervis, Chionanthus eriorachis, Chionanthus evenius, Chionanthus ferrugineus, Chionanthus filiformis, Chionanthus fluminensis, Chionanthus gigas, Chionanthus globosus, Chionanthus glomeratus,
References
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:609588-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].