Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
celebica
ID:
247168

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1939: 598 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246500

Common Names

  • Celebica Mussaenda
  • Celebes Mussaenda
  • Celebes Bush

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Description

Mussaenda celebica (also called Celebes Mussaenda, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white and yellow flowers that can reach up to 8 m in height. Native to tropical Asia, it is found in moist forests, along riverbanks, and in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Mussaenda celebica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mussaenda celebica is white with yellow centers and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mussaenda celebica is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Mussaenda celebica

Mussaenda celebica is native to Indonesia.

Mussaenda celebica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mussaenda celebica?

Mussaenda celebica

What are the common names of Mussaenda celebica?

Celeb mussaenda, Yellow mussaenda

What is the growth habit of Mussaenda celebica?

It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4m tall

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,

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