Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dubia
ID:
450773

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Diss. 7: 364 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450105

Common Names

  • Melia Dubia
  • Dubious Melia
  • Dubious Chinaberry

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Synonyms

  • Melia birmanica Kurz [unknown]

Description

Melia dubia (also called White Cedar, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Meliaceae. It is a medium-sized tree with pinnate leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Melia dubia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower and is often used to attract birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melia dubia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melia dubia is a perennial shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and will tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Melia dubia

Melia dubia is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Melia dubia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melia dubia?

Melia dubia

What is the common name of Melia dubia?

Doubtful Melia

What is the natural habitat of Melia dubia?

It is found in wet areas, such as marshes, lakes, and streams

Species in the Melia genus

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,