Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
philippinensis
ID:
247396

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 3: 264 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246728

Common Names

  • Philippinensis Mussaenda
  • Philippinensis Rose
  • Philippinensis Rosebush

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Description

Mussaenda philippinensis (also called Philippinensis 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 philippinensis 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mussaenda philippinensis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Mussaenda philippinensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the roots have developed.

Where to Find Mussaenda philippinensis

Mussaenda philippinensis is native to the Philippines.

Mussaenda philippinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mussaenda philippinensis?

Mussaenda philippinensis

What is the common name of Mussaenda philippinensis?

Philippine Mussaenda

What is the natural habitat of Mussaenda philippinensis?

Tropical regions of Asia

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,

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