Trachelospermum (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of Asiatic woody vines with milky sap in leaves and stems.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Star Jasmine, also known as Trachelospermum jasminoides, is a popular ornamental plant in warm climates.
- Trachelospermum asiaticum is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae, native to Asia.
- The milky sap of Trachelospermum species can be irritating to skin and eyes, so caution is advised when handling the plants.
- Trachelospermum confusum is a woody vine that is native to China and has been introduced to other parts of Asia.
- In traditional Chinese medicine, the roots and stems of Trachelospermum jasminoides are used to treat various health conditions.