Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neoebudica
ID:
242520

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guillaumin) Harms

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 14: 321 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241852

Common Names

  • Neoebudica Meryta
  • Meryta neoebudica
  • Neoebudica Meryta

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Synonyms

  • Strobilopanax neoebudicus Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Meryta neoebudica (also called Neoebudica Meryta, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to the Pacific Islands. It has simple, lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Meryta neoebudica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin ailments, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Meryta neoebudica are white, star-shaped and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are green and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meryta neoebudica is a species of flowering plant in the family Araliaceae. It is native to New Caledonia. It is a shrub or small tree growing to 4 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Meryta neoebudica

Meryta neoebudica can be found in the rainforests of Samoa and Tonga.

Meryta neoebudica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meryta neoebudica?

Meryta neoebudica

What is the common name of Meryta neoebudica?

Neoebudica

What is the natural habitat of Meryta neoebudica?

Tropical forests of the Society Islands

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-125852: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.