Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
citrifolia
ID:
246609

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 176 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245941

Common Names

  • Morinda citrifolia
  • Citrifolia Morinda
  • Citrifolia

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Synonyms

  • Morinda aspera Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Morinda citrifolia potteri O.Deg. [valid]
  • Morinda citrifolia potteri (O.Deg.) H.St.John [valid]
  • Morinda ligulata Blanco [valid]
  • Morinda littoralis Blanco [valid]
  • Morinda macrophylla Desf. [valid]
  • Morinda mudia Buch.-Ham. [valid]
  • Morinda multiflora Roxb. [valid]
  • Morinda nodosa Buch.-Ham. [valid]
  • Morinda quadrangularis G.Don [valid]
  • Morinda teysmanniana Miq. [valid]
  • Morinda tinctoria Noronha [invalid]
  • Morinda tinctoria aspera (Wight & Arn.) Hook.f. [valid]
  • Morinda tinctoria multiflora (Roxb.) Hook.f. [valid]
  • Morinda zollingeriana Miq. [valid]
  • Platanocephalus orientalis Crantz [valid]
  • Samama citrifolia Kuntze [valid]
  • Sarcocephalus leichhardtii F.Muell. [valid]
  • Morinda citrifolia bracteata F.M.Bailey [unknown]

Description

Morinda citrifolia (also called Indian Mulberry, Beach Mulberry, and Wild Indian Mulberry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It is found in a variety of habitats, including coastal areas, dry forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Morinda citrifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating skin infections, reducing inflammation, and relieving pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Morinda citrifolia is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morinda citrifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Morinda citrifolia

Morinda citrifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.

Morinda citrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morinda citrifolia?

Morinda citrifolia

What is the common name of Morinda citrifolia?

Indian Mulberry

Where is Morinda citrifolia native to?

Tropical Asia

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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