Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arcuata
ID:
247140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poir.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 4: 392 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246472

Common Names

  • Mussaenda Arcuata
  • Arcuata Orchid
  • Mussaenda Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Landia astrographa Comm. ex DC. [valid]
  • Landia stelligera Comm. ex DC. [valid]
  • Mussaenda abyssinica Chiov. [valid]
  • Mussaenda arcuata parviflora S.Moore [valid]
  • Mussaenda arcuata pubescens Wernham [valid]
  • Mussaenda stenocarpa A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Landia stelligera Commerson [unknown]

Description

Mussaenda arcuata (also called Arcuata, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a height of up to 2 meters. It has bright green leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mussaenda arcuata is an ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive, bright yellow flowers. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Mussaenda arcuata are white or yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mussaenda arcuata is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can grow up to 4 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Mussaenda arcuata

Mussaenda arcuata can be found in tropical and subtropical forests of Africa and Asia.

Mussaenda arcuata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mussaenda arcuata?

Mussaenda arcuata

What is the common name of Mussaenda arcuata?

Arcuata Mussaenda

What is the natural habitat of Mussaenda arcuata?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Mussaenda genus

Mussaenda acuminata, Mussaenda acuminatissima, Mussaenda aestuarii, Mussaenda afzelii, Mussaenda afzelioides, Mussaenda albiflora, Mussaenda angolensis, Mussaenda angustisepala, Mussaenda anisophylla, Mussaenda antiloga, Mussaenda aptera, Mussaenda arcuata, Mussaenda attenuifolia, Mussaenda bammleri, Mussaenda benguetensis, Mussaenda bevanii, Mussaenda bityensis, Mussaenda bodenii, Mussaenda bonii, Mussaenda borbonica, Mussaenda brachygyna, Mussaenda breviloba, Mussaenda cambodiana, Mussaenda celebica, Mussaenda chevalieri, Mussaenda chingii, Mussaenda chippii, Mussaenda chlorantha, Mussaenda chrysotricha, Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia, Mussaenda cordifolia, Mussaenda corymbosa, Mussaenda cylindrocarpa, Mussaenda dasyphylla, Mussaenda dawei, Mussaenda debeauxii, Mussaenda decipiens, Mussaenda densiflora, Mussaenda dinhensis, Mussaenda divaricata, Mussaenda dranensis, Mussaenda elegans, Mussaenda elliptica, Mussaenda elmeri, Mussaenda erosa, Mussaenda erythrophylla, Mussaenda ferruginea, Mussaenda fissibractea, Mussaenda forbesii, Mussaenda forsteniana,

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