Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
250568

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fernando

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Principes 27: 66 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249900

Common Names

  • Nenga Grandiflora
  • Large-Flowered Nenga
  • Large-Flowered Nenga Grass

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Description

Nenga grandiflora (also called 'Bastard Sandalwood' and 'White Sandalwood', among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, usually up to 20 meters tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 60 cm. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in lowland and hill forests, up to an elevation of 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Nenga grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nenga grandiflora is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nenga grandiflora is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 18-21°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings at a temperature of 18-21°C and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Nenga grandiflora

Nenga grandiflora can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.

Nenga grandiflora FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Nenga grandiflora?

Nenga grandiflora prefers temperatures between 18-22 degrees Celsius.

What is the optimal light for Nenga grandiflora?

Nenga grandiflora prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the optimal humidity for Nenga grandiflora?

Nenga grandiflora prefers a humidity level of 50-60%.

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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-133547: Based on the initial data import
Edwino S. Fernando (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernando' in the authors string.