Category Archives: Botanical Information

The Many Names Of Jagua…

Posted on February 21, 2008 by Aileen

Scientific Name Preferred Scientific Name: Genipa Americana L Other Scientific Names Genipa americana var. caruto (Kunth) K. Schum, Genipa caruto Kunth, Gardenia genipa Sw., Genipa barbata Presl, Genipa codonocaiyx Standl., Genipa cymosa Spruce, Genipa exelsa K Krause, Genipa grandifolia Pers. … Continue reading →

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The Jagua Tree, Propagation and Cultivation

Posted on March 4, 2007 by Aileen

Description The Genipa Americana tree stands tall at heights between 10–20 meters (30–65 feet). The trunk is approximately 40 – 80cm in diameter (15–30 inches). It is a deciduous tree with abundant foliage, the short-petioled leaves are more highly concentrated … Continue reading →

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Plant Kingdom Classification

Posted on March 4, 2007 by Aileen

The Jagua Tree (Genipa Americana L) Subkingdom: Tracheobionta Superdivision: Tracheobionta

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