Neonauclea truncata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
truncata
ID:
251005
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hayata) Yamam.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
J. Soc. Trop. Agric. 7: 149 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250337
Common Names
- Neonauclea truncata
- Truncate Neonauclea
- Truncated Neonauclea
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- Nauclea truncata Hayata [valid]
Description
Neonauclea truncata (also called Red-wood, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in lowland and montane rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Neonauclea truncata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Neonauclea truncata are white or cream-colored, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with white or cream-colored petals.
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Neonauclea truncata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is not frost tolerant.
Where to Find Neonauclea truncata
Neonauclea truncata can be found in tropical West Africa.
Neonauclea truncata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neonauclea truncata?
Neonauclea truncata
What is the common name of Neonauclea truncata?
Truncate Neonauclea
What is the natural habitat of Neonauclea truncata?
It is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-134008: Based on the initial data import
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.
Yoshimatsu Yamamoto (1893-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yamam.' in the authors string.