Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parva
ID:
250291

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 5: 536 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249623

Common Names

  • Parva Nauclea
  • Parva Indian Mulberry Tree
  • Parva Cheese Fruit Tree

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Synonyms

  • Sarcocephalus parvus Havil. [valid]

Description

Nauclea parva (also called African Peach, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 20 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nauclea parva is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and malaria. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nauclea parva has white or yellowish-white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nauclea parva can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Nauclea parva

Nauclea parva is found in tropical rainforests of South and Southeast Asia, from India to the Philippines and Indonesia.

Nauclea parva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nauclea parva?

Nauclea parva

What is the family of Nauclea parva?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Nauclea parva?

Small Nauclea

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