Status:
valid
Authors:
Schinz
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich 55: 245 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813366
Common Names
- Jasminum Quinatum
- Five-petal Jasmine
- Five-petal Jasmine
Description
Jasminum quinatum (also called Five-petal Jasmine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Oleaceae family. It is native to India and is found in the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. It typically grows in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, subtropical or tropical moist shrubland, and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.
Uses & Benefits
Jasminum quinatum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can help reduce inflammation and protect the skin from damage. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin problems, such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Jasminum quinatum are white and fragrant, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jasminum quinatum can be propagated by cuttings, layering, or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Jasminum quinatum
Jasminum quinatum can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of India, Sri Lanka, and China.
Jasminum quinatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jasminum quinatum?
Jasminum quinatum
What is the common name of Jasminum quinatum?
Five-Leaf Jasmine
What is the natural habitat of Jasminum quinatum?
Jasminum quinatum is native to India and Sri Lanka
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:609725-1: 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].