Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Stapf
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 37: 104 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246512
Common Names
- Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia
- Conopharyngiifolia Mussaenda
- Conopharyngiifolia's Mussaenda
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia (also called Chinese Mussaenda, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall. It is native to China, Taiwan, and Vietnam. It is found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia 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 conopharyngiifolia 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia 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 conopharyngiifolia
Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia is native to tropical forests in India and Sri Lanka.
Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia?
Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia
What are the common names of Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia?
Conopharyngiifolia mussaenda, Pink mussaenda
What is the growth habit of Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia?
It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-130353: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.