Mussaenda philippica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Rich.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Mém. Rubiac. : 165 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246724
Common Names
- Philippica Mussaenda
- Philippica Rose
- Philippica Rosebush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mussaenda philippica (also called Philippica Mussaenda, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands, and is found in tropical forests and secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Mussaenda philippica is a popular ornamental plant. It is used as a hedge or border plant in gardens and parks. The flowers are edible and can be used to make tea or jams.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Mussaenda philippica var. aurorae SulitMussaenda philippica var. pubescens Alejandro
Mussaenda philippica var. philippica
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mussaenda philippica 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 philippica 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 philippica
Mussaenda philippica is native to the Philippines.
Mussaenda philippica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mussaenda philippica?
Mussaenda philippica
What is the natural habitat of Mussaenda philippica?
Tropical forests of the Philippines
What is the growth habit of Mussaenda philippica?
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-130549: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.