Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melinauensis
ID:
218041

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kiew

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 28: 208 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217370

Common Names

  • Iguanura melinauensis
  • Melinauensis Iguanura
  • Iguanura Melinau

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Description

Iguanura melinauensis (also called Melinau Iguanura, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with white flowers and yellow fruits. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is often found in secondary forests, disturbed areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Iguanura melinauensis has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iguanura melinauensis has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iguanura melinauensis is a terrestrial orchid native to Malaysia, Thailand, and Sumatra. It prefers a shady, humid environment and can be propagated by division or seed. It requires well-draining soil and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Iguanura melinauensis

Iguanura melinauensis is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka and can be found in moist forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Iguanura melinauensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iguanura melinauensis?

Iguanura melinauensis

What is the family of Iguanura melinauensis?

Araliaceae

What is the native range of Iguanura melinauensis?

India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-102437: Based on the initial data import
Ruth Kiew (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiew' in the authors string.