Genipa infundibuliformis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Zappi & Semir
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 50: 763 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000971844
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Genipa infundibuliformis (also called 'Funnel-shaped Jagua', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has a single trunk and can reach up to 10 meters in height. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-lanceolate in shape. Its flowers are white and its fruits are round and yellow. It is found in tropical rainforests and dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Genipa infundibuliformis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Genipa infundibuliformis are white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Genipa infundibuliformis is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 5 m tall. It is propagated by seeds and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid place for germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Genipa infundibuliformis
Genipa infundibuliformis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Species in the Genipa genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-89117: Based on the initial data import
João Semir (1937-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Semir' in the authors string.
Daniela Cristina Zappi (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zappi' in the authors string.