Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
muzonensis
ID:
222565

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 7: 20 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221894

Common Names

  • Muzon's Ladenbergia
  • Muzon Ladenbergia
  • Ladenbergia Muzonensis

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Synonyms

  • Ladenbergia hookeriana Standl. [valid]
  • Ladenbergia ulei Standl. [valid]
  • Rustia rosea (Klotzsch & H.Karst.) K.Schum. [valid]
  • Buena hookeriana (Wedd.) Wedd. [valid]
  • Buena muzonensis (Goudot) Wedd. [valid]
  • Cascarilla hookeriana Wedd. [valid]
  • Cascarilla muzonensis (Goudot) Wedd. [valid]
  • Cinchona henleana H.Karst. [valid]
  • Cinchona henleana trichophylla Steyerm. [valid]
  • Cinchona hookeriana H.Karst. [valid]
  • Cinchona muzonensis Goudot [valid]
  • Henlea muzonensis (Goudot) Klotzsch & H.Karst. ex Walp. [valid]
  • Henlea rosea Klotzsch & H.Karst. ex Walp. [valid]

Description

Ladenbergia muzonensis (also called Muzon ladenbergia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest and is found in moist, lowland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ladenbergia muzonensis has a variety of uses, including as an ornamental plant, as a food source, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used in traditional medicine, as a dye, and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ladenbergia muzonensis are white or cream-colored and have four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ladenbergia muzonensis can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Ladenbergia muzonensis

Ladenbergia muzonensis is native to the Philippines. It is found in lowland rainforests at elevations of 0-300 m.

Ladenbergia muzonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ladenbergia muzonensis?

Ladenbergia muzonensis

What is the family of Ladenbergia muzonensis?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Ladenbergia muzonensis?

Muzon Ladenbergia

Species in the Ladenbergia genus

Ladenbergia acutifolia, Ladenbergia amazonensis, Ladenbergia brenesii, Ladenbergia bullata, Ladenbergia buntingii, Ladenbergia carua, Ladenbergia chapadensis, Ladenbergia cujabensis, Ladenbergia discolor, Ladenbergia dwyeri, Ladenbergia epiphytica, Ladenbergia ferruginea, Ladenbergia graciliflora, Ladenbergia heterophylla, Ladenbergia hexandra, Ladenbergia klugii, Ladenbergia lambertiana, Ladenbergia laurifolia, Ladenbergia lehmanniana, Ladenbergia macrocarpa, Ladenbergia magdalenae, Ladenbergia moritziana, Ladenbergia muzonensis, Ladenbergia nubigena, Ladenbergia oblongifolia, Ladenbergia obovata, Ladenbergia paraensis, Ladenbergia pauciflora, Ladenbergia pavonii, Ladenbergia pittieri, Ladenbergia riveroana, Ladenbergia rubiginosa, Ladenbergia stenocarpa, Ladenbergia undata, Ladenbergia franciscana, Ladenbergia shawistigma, Ladenbergia siranensis,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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