Mussaenda nivea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Chev.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Fl. W. Trop. Afr. 2: 100 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246700
Common Names
- Nivea Mussaenda
- Nivea Rose
- Nivea Rosebush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mussaenda nivea (also called 'Mussaenda' or 'Mussaenda nivea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Asia and is found in moist forests and along streams. It has large, white, fragrant flowers with yellow or red centers.
Uses & Benefits
Mussaenda nivea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for landscaping purposes. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating fever, skin infections, and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mussaenda nivea is white with yellow stamens. The seed is small and round with a blackish-brown color. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mussaenda nivea is a shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is propagated by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Mussaenda nivea
Mussaenda nivea can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
Mussaenda nivea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mussaenda nivea?
Mussaenda nivea
What is the natural habitat of Mussaenda nivea?
Tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka
What is the growth habit of Mussaenda nivea?
It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height
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-130527: Based on the initial data import
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.