Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
javanica
ID:
247562

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reinw. ex Korth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ned. Kruidk. Arch. 2(2): 118 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246894

Common Names

  • Javanica Mycetia
  • Mycetia Javanica
  • Mycetia javanica

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Synonyms

  • Bertiera javanica Blume [valid]
  • Lemairea amboinensis de Vriese [valid]

Description

Mycetia javanica (also called Java Mycetia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m tall. It is native to Indonesia, and is found in open forests and thickets. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers with red spots.

Uses & Benefits

Mycetia javanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mycetia javanica has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mycetia javanica can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. The plants prefer full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. They should be watered regularly and fertilized every two to three weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Mycetia javanica

Mycetia javanica is native to Java and Sumatra in Indonesia.

Mycetia javanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mycetia javanica?

Mycetia javanica

What is the common name of Mycetia javanica?

Javan Mycetia

What is the natural habitat of Mycetia javanica?

Tropical rainforests of South and Central America

Species in the Mycetia genus

Mycetia acuminata, Mycetia angustifolia, Mycetia anlongensis, Mycetia balansae, Mycetia brachybotrys, Mycetia bracteata, Mycetia brevipes, Mycetia brevisepala, Mycetia cauliflora, Mycetia chasalioides, Mycetia fasciculata, Mycetia flava, Mycetia glandulosa, Mycetia gracilis, Mycetia hainanensis, Mycetia hirta, Mycetia holotricha, Mycetia javanica, Mycetia listeri, Mycetia longiflora, Mycetia longifolia, Mycetia malayana, Mycetia minor, Mycetia mukerjiana, Mycetia myrioneura, Mycetia nepalensis, Mycetia obovata, Mycetia ovatistipulata, Mycetia paniculiformis, Mycetia parishii, Mycetia radiciflora, Mycetia rivicola, Mycetia rodgeri, Mycetia siamensis, Mycetia sinensis, Mycetia squamulosopilosa, Mycetia stipulata, Mycetia sumatrana, Mycetia yunnanica, Mycetia mindanaensis, Mycetia basiflora, Mycetia macrocarpa, Mycetia clarkei, Mycetia effusa, Mycetia faberi, Mycetia nutans, Mycetia pubifolia, Mycetia tonkinensis, Mycetia griffithii, Mycetia fangii,

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-130706: Based on the initial data import
Pieter Willem Korthals (1807-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korth.' in the authors string.
Caspar Georg Carl Reinwardt (1773-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reinw.' in the authors string.