Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inermis
ID:
245599

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 228 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244931

Common Names

  • Mitragyna Inermis
  • Inermis Mitragyna
  • Mitragyna Mitragyna

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Synonyms

  • Mitragyna africana Korth. [illegitimate]
  • Nauclea africana Willd. [valid]
  • Nauclea inermis Baill. [valid]
  • Nauclea platanocarpa Hook.f. [valid]
  • Platanocarpum africanum Hook.f. [valid]
  • Stephegyne africana Walp. [valid]
  • Uncaria inermis Willd. [valid]
  • Adina inermis (Willd.) Roberty [valid]
  • Cephalanthus africanus Rchb. ex DC. [invalid]

Description

Mitragyna inermis (also called Mitragyna, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in moist and wet forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mitragyna inermis is an evergreen tree with white flowers. It is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make tea that is said to have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Mitragyna inermis are white and grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mitragyna inermis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Mitragyna inermis

Mitragyna inermis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests.

Mitragyna inermis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mitragyna inermis?

Mitragyna inermis

What is the common name of Mitragyna inermis?

Inerme Mitragyna

What is the natural habitat of Mitragyna inermis?

It is found in moist, montane forests in South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-128795: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.