Status:
valid
Authors:
(Elmer) Grudz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 1: 54 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579193
Common Names
- Negros calaunia
- Calaunia negrosensis
- Negros tree
Synonyms
- Aphananthe negrosensis Elmer [unknown]
Description
Calaunia negrosensis (also called Negrosensis Calaunia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, leathery leaves and white flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Calaunia negrosensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used to make herbal teas and for natural dyeing.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calaunia negrosensis is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calaunia negrosensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It can be grown from seed in spring or summer, and can also be propagated by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Calaunia negrosensis
Calaunia negrosensis can be found in the Negros Island of the Philippines.
Calaunia negrosensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calaunia negrosensis?
Calaunia negrosensis
What type of plant is Calaunia negrosensis?
It is a flowering plant
Where is Calaunia negrosensis native to?
It is native to Central America
Species in the Calaunia genus
Species in the Moraceae family
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Antiaropsis uniflora,
Artocarpus albobrunneus,
Artocarpus altilis,
Artocarpus altissimus,
Artocarpus anisophyllus,
Artocarpus annulatus,
Artocarpus avatifolius,
Artocarpus blancoi,
Artocarpus brevipedunculatus,
Artocarpus camansi,
Artocarpus chama,
Artocarpus corneri,
Artocarpus elasticus,
Artocarpus excelsus,
Artocarpus fulvicortex,
Artocarpus glaucus,
Artocarpus gomezianus,
Artocarpus gongshanensis,
Artocarpus heterophyllus,
Artocarpus hirsutus,
Artocarpus hispidus,
Artocarpus horridus,
Artocarpus hypargyreus,
Artocarpus integer,
Artocarpus jarrettiae,
Artocarpus kemando,
Artocarpus lacucha,
Artocarpus lanceifolius,
Artocarpus longifolius,
Artocarpus lowii,
Artocarpus mariannensis,
Artocarpus multifidus,
Artocarpus nanchuanensis,
Artocarpus nigrifolius,
Artocarpus nitidus,
Artocarpus nobilis,
Artocarpus obtusus,
Artocarpus odoratissimus,
Artocarpus palembanicus,
Artocarpus petelotii,
Artocarpus pinnatisectus,
Artocarpus pithecogallus,
Artocarpus primackii,
Artocarpus reticulatus,