Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tiwiensis
ID:
508316

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jessup & Bygrave

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 2: 447 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507648

Common Names

  • Mitrella tiwiensis
  • Tiwi Mitrella
  • Tiwi Starfish Flower

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Description

Mitrella tiwiensis (also called 'Tiwi Mitrella', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial tree with a spreading habit. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mitrella tiwiensis is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mitrella tiwiensis has yellow flowers with white centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, green and have a succulent texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mitrella tiwiensis is a tropical shrub native to Southeast Asia. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Once germinated, the seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a warm, humid environment until they are ready to be planted in the garden.

Where to Find Mitrella tiwiensis

Mitrella tiwiensis can be found in the tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Mitrella tiwiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mitrella tiwiensis?

Mitrella tiwiensis

What is the common name of Mitrella tiwiensis?

Tiwiensis mitrella

What is the natural habitat of Mitrella tiwiensis?

It is native to India and is found in moist meadows

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

Laurence Jessup (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jessup' in the authors string.
Paul Christopher Bygrave: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bygrave' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77081949-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.