Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindau & K.Schum.) Lindau
Source:
tro
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 50: 169 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261598
Common Names
- Biro's Jadunia
- Jadunia biroi
- Biro's Jadun
Description
Jadunia biroi (also called Biro's Jadunia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, up to 4 m tall, native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Indonesia. It is found in evergreen forests, at altitudes of up to 2000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Jadunia biroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Jadunia biroi is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jadunia biroi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Jadunia biroi
Jadunia biroi is native to Southeast Asia.
Jadunia biroi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jadunia biroi?
Jadunia biroi
What is the common name of Jadunia biroi?
Jadunia biroi
Where is Jadunia biroi found?
South America
Species in the Jadunia genus
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa,
Acanthopale confertiflora,
Acanthopale decempedalis,
Acanthopale laxiflora,
Acanthopale madagascariensis,
Acanthopale pubescens,
Acanthopale aethiogermanica,
Acanthopale breviceps,
Acanthopale cuneifolia,
Acanthopale ramiflora,
Acanthopale perrieri,
Acanthopale humblotii,
Acanthopsis carduifolia,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis glauca,
Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana,
Acanthopsis horrida,
Acanthopsis scullyi,
Acanthopsis spathularis,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis tuba,
Acanthopsis ludoviciana,
Acanthopsis adamanticola,
Acanthopsis dispermoides,
Acanthopsis erosa,
Acanthopsis dregeana,
Acanthopsis tetragona,
Acanthopsis glandulopalmata,
Acanthopsis insueta,
Acanthopsis nitida,
Acanthopsis pagodiformis,
Acanthopsis glabra,
Acanthopsis villosa,
Acanthus austromontanus,
Acanthus greuterianus,
Acanthus kulalensis,
Acanthus arboreus,
Acanthus carduaceus,
Acanthus caroli-alexandri,
Acanthus caudatus,
Acanthus dioscoridis,
Acanthus ebracteatus,
Acanthus eminens,
Acanthus flexicaulis,
Acanthus gaed,
Acanthus guineensis,
Acanthus hirsutus,
Acanthus hungaricus,
Acanthus ilicifolius,
Acanthus latisepalus,