Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
246758

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bertol.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Syll. Pl. Hort. Bot. Bonon. : 5 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246090

Common Names

  • Morinda Sessiliflora
  • Sessile-Flowered Morinda
  • Sessile-Flowered Indian Mulberry

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Description

Morinda sessiliflora (also called Sessile Noni, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 10 feet tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in coastal areas, forests, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Morinda sessiliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Morinda sessiliflora are white or pinkish-white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morinda sessiliflora is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Morinda sessiliflora

Morinda sessiliflora is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Morinda sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morinda sessiliflora?

Morinda sessiliflora

What is the common name of Morinda sessiliflora?

Sessile-flowered Indian Mulberry

What is the habitat of Morinda sessiliflora?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, including India, China, Thailand, and the Philippines

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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