Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viridiflora
ID:
836720

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alejandro

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 158: 90 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836055

Common Names

  • Viridiflora Mussaenda
  • Mussaenda Viridiflora
  • Mussaenda

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Description

Mussaenda viridiflora (also called Yellow Mussaenda, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Southeast Asia and grows in open forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has yellow flowers with red spots and white-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Mussaenda viridiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mussaenda viridiflora is yellow, and its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mussaenda viridiflora is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Mussaenda viridiflora

Mussaenda viridiflora is native to the tropical rainforests of South East Asia. It can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Mussaenda viridiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mussaenda viridiflora?

Mussaenda viridiflora

What is the common name of Mussaenda viridiflora?

Green-flowered Mussaenda

What is the natural habitat of Mussaenda viridiflora?

Tropical rainforests

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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