Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
borneensis
ID:
534113

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Becc.) J.Sinclair

Source:
cmp

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Sarawak Mus. J. 5: 598 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533445

Common Names

  • Anaxagorea borneensis
  • Borneo Anaxagorea
  • Borneo Ape Plant

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Description

Anaxagorea borneensis (also called Borneo anaxagorea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has white or pink flowers with yellow anthers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Anaxagorea borneensis is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Anaxagorea borneensis flower is a small, white, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaxagorea borneensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Anaxagorea borneensis

Anaxagorea borneensis can be found in the Caribbean region, including parts of Cuba, Jamaica, and Haiti.

Anaxagorea borneensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaxagorea borneensis?

Anaxagorea borneensis

What are the common names of Anaxagorea borneensis?

Borneo Anaxagorea

What is the habitat of Anaxagorea borneensis?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
James Sinclair (1913-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Sinclair' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:72025-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.