Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
246572

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1815

Citation Micro:
Pl. Coromandel 3: 32 (1815)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245904

Common Names

  • Morinda angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Morinda
  • Angustifolia

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Synonyms

  • Morinda squarrosa Buch.-Ham. [valid]
  • Morinda angustifolia scabridula Craib [valid]

Description

Morinda angustifolia (also called Morinda, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is typically found in the understory of the rainforest, where it can climb up trees, rocks, and other structures to reach the sunlight.

Uses & Benefits

Morinda angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make a yellow dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Morinda angustifolia is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with thin, green stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morinda angustifolia is a tropical evergreen vine that can be grown in partial to full shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be fertilized monthly. Propagation is done through stem cuttings or division of the root ball.

Where to Find Morinda angustifolia

Morinda angustifolia is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Morinda angustifolia FAQ

What are the light requirements for Morinda angustifolia?

Morinda angustifolia prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil does Morinda angustifolia need?

Morinda angustifolia prefers a well-draining soil mix.

How often should Morinda angustifolia be watered?

Morinda angustifolia should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Morinda genus

Morinda angolensis, Morinda angustifolia, Morinda asteroscepa, Morinda bracteata, Morinda buchii, Morinda chrysorhiza, Morinda citrifolia, Morinda coreia, Morinda corneri, Morinda deplanchei, Morinda fasciculata, Morinda hoffmannioides, Morinda hypotephra, Morinda latibractea, Morinda leiantha, Morinda longiflora, Morinda longipetiolata, Morinda longissima, Morinda lucida, Morinda moaensis, Morinda morindoides, Morinda nana, Morinda panamensis, Morinda pedunculata, Morinda persicifolia, Morinda piperiformis, Morinda royoc, Morinda rosiflora, Morinda scabrida, Morinda schultzei, Morinda sessiliflora, Morinda titanophylla, Morinda turbacensis, Morinda undulata, Morinda mefou, Morinda intermedia, Morinda mayorii, Morinda multinervis, Morinda pacifica, Morinda ramosa, Morinda elliptica, Morinda tomentosa, Morinda carnosa, Morinda talmyi,

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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