Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
negrosensis
ID:
579861

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

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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.

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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

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2690883: Based on the initial data import
Adolph Daniel Edward Elmer (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elmer' in the authors string.
Irina Grudzinskaya (1920-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grudz.' in the authors string.