Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
245611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Korth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Verh. Nat. Gesch. Ned. Bezitt., Bot. : t. 35 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244943

Common Names

  • Mitragyna Speciosa
  • Speciosa Mitragyna
  • Mitragyna Mitragyna

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Synonyms

  • Nauclea korthalsii Steud. [invalid]
  • Nauclea luzoniensis Blanco [valid]
  • Nauclea speciosa Miq. [valid]
  • Stephegyne speciosa Korth. [valid]

Description

Mitragyna speciosa (also called Kratom, 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 speciosa 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 speciosa 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 speciosa 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 speciosa

Mitragyna speciosa can be found in Southeast Asia.

Mitragyna speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mitragyna speciosa?

Mitragyna speciosa

What is the family of Mitragyna speciosa?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Mitragyna speciosa?

Showy Mitragyna

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