Jasminum obtusifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1895: 93 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813322
Common Names
- Jasminum obtusifolium
- Oblong Leaf Jasmine
- Oblong Leaf Jessamine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Jasminum obtusifolium (also called 'Obtusifolium Jasmine', among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub that is native to New Caledonia. It has a slender stem and grows up to 5 meters in height. Its leaves are pinnate and its inflorescences are branched. It is found in dry forests and in humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Jasminum obtusifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Jasminum obtusifolium is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Jasminum obtusifolium is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in autumn or spring and should be lightly covered with soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Jasminum obtusifolium
Jasminum obtusifolium is native to Southeast Asia, and can be found in China, Japan, Taiwan, Vietnam, and the Philippines.
Jasminum obtusifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jasminum obtusifolium?
Jasminum obtusifolium
What type of plant is Jasminum obtusifolium?
It is a shrub
Where is Jasminum obtusifolium native to?
It is native to Mexico
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
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:609667-1: 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].