Status:
valid
Authors:
Ordas, Taradji, Valdez & Alejandro
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 273: 128 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346554
Common Names
- Neonauclea connicalycina
- Connicalycina Neonauclea
- Connicalycina's Neonauclea
Description
Neonauclea connicalycina (also called Conical-leaved Neonauclea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is found in tropical Africa. It grows in moist, shady areas in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Neonauclea connicalycina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural air freshener in homes. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neonauclea connicalycina is a white or yellowish-white, fragrant flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard, and oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neonauclea connicalycina can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.
Where to Find Neonauclea connicalycina
Neonauclea connicalycina can be found in the Canary Islands, in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Neonauclea connicalycina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neonauclea connicalycina?
Neonauclea connicalycina
What type of plant is Neonauclea connicalycina?
It is a shrub
Where is Neonauclea connicalycina found?
It is found in the tropical forests of South America
Species in the Neonauclea genus
Neonauclea acuminata,
Neonauclea angustifolia,
Neonauclea anthraciticus,
Neonauclea artocarpoides,
Neonauclea bartlingii,
Neonauclea bomberaiensis,
Neonauclea borneensis,
Neonauclea brassii,
Neonauclea butonensis,
Neonauclea calcarea,
Neonauclea calycina,
Neonauclea celebica,
Neonauclea ceramensis,
Neonauclea chalmersii,
Neonauclea circumscissa,
Neonauclea clemensiae,
Neonauclea colla,
Neonauclea coronata,
Neonauclea cyclophylla,
Neonauclea cyrtopoda,
Neonauclea endertii,
Neonauclea excelsa,
Neonauclea excelsioides,
Neonauclea formicaria,
Neonauclea forsteri,
Neonauclea gageana,
Neonauclea gigantea,
Neonauclea glabra,
Neonauclea glandulifera,
Neonauclea griffithii,
Neonauclea hagenii,
Neonauclea havilandii,
Neonauclea intercontinentalis,
Neonauclea jagori,
Neonauclea kentii,
Neonauclea kraboensis,
Neonauclea lanceolata,
Neonauclea longipedunculata,
Neonauclea maluensis,
Neonauclea media,
Neonauclea montana,
Neonauclea morotaiensis,
Neonauclea obversifolia,
Neonauclea pallida,
Neonauclea paracyrtopoda,
Neonauclea parviflora,
Neonauclea perspicuinervia,
Neonauclea pseudocalycina,
Neonauclea pseudopeduncularis,
Neonauclea puberula,
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
Ar-Rauf J. Taradji: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taradji' in the authors string.