Mussaenda lancipetala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
X.F.Deng & D.X.Zhang
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 46: 223 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836160
Common Names
- Mussaenda lancipetala
- Lancipetala Mussaenda
- Lancipetala
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mussaenda lancipetala (also called Lance-petal mussaenda, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Mussaenda lancipetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mussaenda lancipetala is white with a yellow center and four petals. The seed is a small, black, hard-shelled capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mussaenda lancipetala is a tropical shrub that can be grown in a variety of climates. It requires full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Mussaenda lancipetala
Mussaenda lancipetala is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.
Mussaenda lancipetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mussaenda lancipetala?
Mussaenda lancipetala
What is the common name of Mussaenda lancipetala?
Lancipetala Mussaenda
Where is Mussaenda lancipetala found?
India
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-373445: Based on the initial data import
Dianxiang Zhang (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.X.Zhang' in the authors string.
Xiao Fang Deng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.F.Deng' in the authors string.