Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
gigantea
ID:
250934

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 5: 540 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250266

Common Names

  • Neonauclea gigantea
  • Gigantea Moss
  • Gigantea Neonauclea Moss

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Synonyms

  • Nauclea cyrtopodioides Wernham [valid]
  • Nauclea gigantea Valeton [valid]
  • Neonauclea cyrtopodioides Merr. [valid]

Description

Neonauclea gigantea (also called 'Giant Mahogany', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to New Guinea and is found in lowland forests. It is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 m tall.

Uses & Benefits

Neonauclea gigantea is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neonauclea gigantea is a white or yellowish-white, fragrant, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard, round seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neonauclea gigantea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 70-85°F (21-29°C).

Where to Find Neonauclea gigantea

Neonauclea gigantea can be found in the tropical rainforest regions of Southeast Asia.

Neonauclea gigantea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neonauclea gigantea?

Neonauclea gigantea

What is the family of Neonauclea gigantea?

Rubiaceae

Where is Neonauclea gigantea found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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