Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turbacensis
ID:
246789

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 3: 380 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246121

Common Names

  • Turbaco Morinda
  • Turbaco Indian Mulberry
  • Turbaco Beach Mulberry

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Description

Morinda turbacensis (also called Indian Mulberry, Beach Mulberry, and Noni, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It is found in coastal areas, as well as in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Morinda turbacensis 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 flower of Morinda turbacensis is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morinda turbacensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting medium. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Morinda turbacensis

Morinda turbacensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Morinda turbacensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morinda turbacensis?

Morinda turbacensis

What is the family of Morinda turbacensis?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Morinda turbacensis?

Turbaco morinda

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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