gelsemium sempervirens, also known as gelsemio or wood Liquor, is an original climbing evergreen plant North America. characterized by lanceolate leaves and flowers brilliant yellow, this plant is appreciated for its properties ornamental and for some medicinal applications. its growth vigorous makes it ideal for covering pergolas or fences, adding color and life to the landscape.
flowers: yellow flowers with chisels
sempervirens emit a sweet and enveloping fragrance, attracting
pollinating insects like bees.
leaves: long leaves and lanceolate remain green all
the year, providing an interesting background for the showy and
contributing to his attraction in every season.
toxicity:the plant contains toxic substances, in particular in the roots and
in the seeds, and must be handled carefully. It is important to do
be careful if you have to deal with the plant in the garden.
property
medicines: gelsemium sempervirens was used in some
medicinal traditions for its alleged anti-inflammatory properties
and sedative. However, it should be used with extreme caution due to its
toxicity.
adaptability
to the ground: this plant fits well to different types of soil,
preferring wet and well drained soils.
Originally from the regions of North America, jasmine grows in wooded areas and long waterways. known for its properties poisonous, it was occasionally used in medicines traditional American indigenous peoples, although today it is mainly cultivated as an ornamental plant for its appearance captivating and fragrant flowering.