Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridsdale
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Blumea 34: 234 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250298
Common Names
- Neonauclea morotaiensis
- Morotai Neonauclea
- Morotai Neonauclea
Description
Neonauclea morotaiensis (also called Morotai Neonauclea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a spreading habit and white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Neonauclea morotaiensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neonauclea morotaiensis has white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neonauclea morotaiensis is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated from cuttings or air layering. Pruning is recommended to encourage branching and to maintain a desired shape.
Where to Find Neonauclea morotaiensis
Neonauclea morotaiensis can be found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia.
Neonauclea morotaiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neonauclea morotaiensis?
Neonauclea morotaiensis
What is the common name of Neonauclea morotaiensis?
Morotai Neonauclea
What is the natural habitat of Neonauclea morotaiensis?
Neonauclea morotaiensis is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines
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,