Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erythrophylla
ID:
247219

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schumach. & Thonn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Beskr. Guin. Pl. : 116 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246551

Common Names

  • Mussaenda erythrophylla
  • Erythrophylla Mussaenda
  • Erythrophylla's Mussaenda

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Synonyms

  • Mussaenda fulgens R.Br. ex Tedlie [invalid]
  • Mussaenda splendida Welw. [valid]

Description

Mussaenda erythrophylla (also called Red-Leaf Mussaenda, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mussaenda erythrophylla is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a ground cover. The flowers are used in floral arrangements and the leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mussaenda erythrophylla is white with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, black, round fruit. The seedlings are small, with oval leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mussaenda erythrophylla can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 25°C (77°F). Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Mussaenda erythrophylla

Mussaenda erythrophylla can be found in tropical regions of Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and Nigeria.

Mussaenda erythrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mussaenda erythrophylla?

Mussaenda erythrophylla

What is the family of Mussaenda erythrophylla?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Mussaenda erythrophylla?

False mussaenda

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-130390: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.