Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1909: 259 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232407
Common Names
- Mackinlaya Confusa
- Confused Starwort
- Confused Mackinlaya
Description
Mackinlaya confusa (also called Confused mackinlaya, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 3 meters in height, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 centimeters. The leaves are simple, opposite, and have a length of 5 to 10 centimeters.
Uses & Benefits
Mackinlaya confusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mackinlaya confusa is a white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mackinlaya confusa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few leaves and roots, and then replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Mackinlaya confusa
Mackinlaya confusa can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Mackinlaya confusa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mackinlaya confusa?
Mackinlaya confusa
What is the common name of Mackinlaya confusa?
Confusa mackinlaya
What is the natural habitat of Mackinlaya confusa?
Tropical and subtropical moist forests
Species in the Mackinlaya genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,