Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
glabra
ID:
1306077

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.W.Benn.) J.F.B.Pastore & J.R.Abbott

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 806 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318531

Common Names

  • Asemeia glabra
  • Glabrous Asemeia
  • Glabra Asemeia

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Description

Asemeia glabra (also called 'Smooth Asemeia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub species native to Brazil. It grows in moist habitats, such as riverbanks and wetlands, and has a spreading habit. Its leaves are oblong and its flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Asemeia glabra is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, malaria, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asemeia glabra is a yellow-greenish color, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asemeia glabra is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in a partially shaded position. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Asemeia glabra

Asemeia glabra is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Asemeia glabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asemeia glabra?

Asemeia glabra

What is the common name of Asemeia glabra?

Glabra

Where does Asemeia glabra grow?

It is native to Brazil

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

Alfred William Bennett (1833-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.W.Benn.' 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.