Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
muluensis
ID:
1327925

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Hotta) S.Y.Wong & P.C.Boyce

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 44: 177 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340379

Common Names

  • Muluensis
  • Bucephalandra Muluensis
  • Bucephalandra Muluensis

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Description

Bucephalandra muluensis (also called Mulu Bucephalandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to Borneo. It has a creeping habit and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate. It is found in forests, valleys, and mountains, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Bucephalandra muluensis is an ornamental plant that is used in aquariums and terrariums. It is an attractive plant that can be used to add color and texture to the aquarium. The plant is also known for its ability to filter out toxins from the water, making it a great choice for aquariums with fish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bucephalandra muluensis has yellow-green flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Where to Find Bucephalandra muluensis

Bucephalandra muluensis can be found in the tropical forests of Borneo.

Bucephalandra muluensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bucephalandra muluensis?

Bucephalandra muluensis

What are the common names of Bucephalandra muluensis?

Muluensis Bucephalandra

What is the natural habitat of Bucephalandra muluensis?

Bucephalandra muluensis is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia

Species in the Bucephalandra genus

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Mitsuru Hotta (1935-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Hotta' in the authors string.
Peter Charles Boyce (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Boyce' in the authors string.
Sin Yeng Wong (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Wong' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77141860-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.