Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
samana
ID:
247431

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jayawecra

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 44: 259 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246763

Common Names

  • Mussaenda Samana
  • Samana Bush
  • Samana Mussaenda

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Description

Mussaenda samana (also called Samana Mussaenda, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia, and grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Mussaenda samana 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 samana is white or pink, with yellow or orange petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mussaenda samana is a tropical shrub that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a potting mix.

Where to Find Mussaenda samana

Mussaenda samana is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Mussaenda samana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mussaenda samana?

Mussaenda samana

What is the family of Mussaenda samana?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Mussaenda samana?

Samana 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,