Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
tobatiensis
ID:
1321458

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chodat) J.F.B.Pastore & J.R.Abbott

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 810 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333912


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Description

Asemeia tobatiensis (also called Tobati Asemeia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is characterized by its large, oval leaves and white flowers. It is found in open forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Asemeia tobatiensis is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can be used as a hedge or screen. It has fragrant white flowers and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asemeia tobatiensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, cordate-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, cordate-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asemeia tobatiensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Asemeia tobatiensis

Asemeia tobatiensis is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Asemeia tobatiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asemeia tobatiensis?

Asemeia tobatiensis

What is the common name of Asemeia tobatiensis?

Tobatiensis

What is the natural habitat of Asemeia tobatiensis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

Robert Hippolyte Chodat (1865-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chodat' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.
J.Richard Abbott (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Abbott' in the authors string.