Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longissima
ID:
246681

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Z.Ruan

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 71(2): 323 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246013

Common Names

  • Longest Morinda
  • Longest Indian Mulberry
  • Longest Cheesefruit

Searching for Morinda longissima? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Morinda longissima (also called Longissima, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and the Pacific, and is found in moist and dry forests, as well as in coastal areas. Its leaves are elliptic to ovate, and its flowers are white or pink in color.

Uses & Benefits

Morinda longissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Morinda longissima is white or pinkish, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a thin stem and small leaves.

Searching for Morinda longissima? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Morinda longissima can be propagated from 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 moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering.

Where to Find Morinda longissima

Morinda longissima is native to India and can be found in the moist forests of the Western Ghats.

Morinda longissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morinda longissima?

Morinda longissima

What is the common name of Morinda longissima?

Long-stalked Indian Mulberry

What is the natural habitat of Morinda longissima?

Tropical forests, scrub, and grasslands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-129860: Based on the initial data import
Yun Zhen Ruan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Z.Ruan' in the authors string.