Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
tonsa
ID:
1321449

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 805 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333903

Common Names

  • Asemeia tonsa
  • Tonsa Asemeia
  • Tonsa Asemeia

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Description

Asemeia tonsa (also called Tonsa 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 small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is found in open forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asemeia tonsa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Asemeia tonsa

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

Asemeia tonsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asemeia tonsa?

Asemeia tonsa

What is the family of Asemeia tonsa?

Asclepiadaceae

What is the common name of Asemeia tonsa?

None

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

Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' 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.