Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
theifera
ID:
247468

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre ex Carr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. 1883: 93 1883

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246800

Common Names

  • Mussaenda theifera
  • Theifera Bush
  • Mussaenda Bush

Searching for Mussaenda theifera? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Mussaenda theifera (also called White Mussaenda, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5m tall. It has large, white flowers that are borne in clusters. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Mussaenda theifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mussaenda theifera is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

Searching for Mussaenda theifera? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Mussaenda theifera is a shrub or small tree that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Mussaenda theifera

Mussaenda theifera can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Mussaenda theifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mussaenda theifera?

Mussaenda theifera

What is the common name of Mussaenda theifera?

Theifer's mussaenda

What is the natural habitat of Mussaenda theifera?

Mussaenda theifera is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast 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,