Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
jonkeri
ID:
425207

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marc.-Berti

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Pittieria 10: 5 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424539

Common Names

  • Vochysia jonkeri
  • Jonkeri Vochysia
  • Vochysia

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Description

Vochysia jonkeri (also called Jonker's Vochysia, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 5 m tall. Its leaves are ovate and up to 5 cm long. It grows in moist forests, along streams, and in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vochysia jonkeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vochysia jonkeri is a small yellow flower with white anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vochysia jonkeri is an evergreen, woody, perennial shrub. It can be propagated by cuttings in spring or summer. It can also be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as it takes a long time for the seed to germinate. The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Vochysia jonkeri

Vochysia jonkeri can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Vochysia jonkeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vochysia jonkeri?

Vochysia jonkeri

What is the common name of Vochysia jonkeri?

Jonker's Vochysia

Where is Vochysia jonkeri native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Vochysia genus

Vochysia pacifica, Vochysia saccata, Vochysia penae, Vochysia pauciflora, Vochysia calophylla, Vochysia tucanorum, Vochysia tomentosa, Vochysia splendens, Vochysia rotundifolia, Vochysia vismiifolia, Vochysia jonkeri, Vochysia megalantha, Vochysia martiana, Vochysia mariziana, Vochysia mapuerae, Vochysia magna, Vochysia lopezpalacioi, Vochysia liscanoi, Vochysia lehmannii, Vochysia ledouxii, Vochysia laxiflora, Vochysia venezuelana, Vochysia tillettii, Vochysia surinamensis, Vochysia meridensis, Vochysia jefensis, Vochysia spathiphylla, Vochysia pachyantha, Vochysia ortegae, Vochysia steyermarkiana, Vochysia julianensis, Vochysia catingae, Vochysia cassiquiarensis, Vochysia columbiensis, Vochysia aurantiaca, Vochysia assua, Vochysia artantha, Vochysia apopetala, Vochysia angustifolia, Vochysia allenii, Vochysia pygmaea, Vochysia bautistae, Vochysia hannekesaskiae, Vochysia gigantea, Vochysia gentryi, Vochysia garcia-barrigae, Vochysia expansa, Vochysia elegans, Vochysia duquei, Vochysia rubiginosa,

Species in the Vochysiaceae family

Callisthene dryadum, Callisthene erythroclada, Callisthene fasciculata, Callisthene inundata, Callisthene major, Callisthene microphylla, Callisthene minor, Callisthene mollissima, Erisma arietinum, Erisma bicolor, Erisma blancoa, Erisma bracteosum, Erisma calcaratum, Erisma costatum, Erisma djalma-batistae, Erisma floribundum, Erisma fuscum, Erisma gracile, Erisma japura, Erisma lanceolatum, Erisma laurifolium, Erisma maliforme, Erisma megalophyllum, Erisma micranthum, Erisma nitidum, Erisma niveum, Erisma silvae, Erisma splendens, Erisma tessmannii, Erisma uncinatum, Erisma panamense, Erismadelphus exsul, Erismadelphus sessilis, Korupodendron songweanum, Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2461037: Based on the initial data import
Luis Marcano-Berti (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marc.-Berti' in the authors string.