Melicope nealae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.C.Stone) T.G.Hartley & B.C.Stone
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Taxon 38: 121 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453049
Common Names
- Neal's Melicope
- Neal's Pepper
- Neal's Pelea
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- Pelea nealae B.C.Stone [unknown]
Description
Melicope nealae (also called 'Kauila', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Hawaii. It has simple, alternate leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry to wet forests, from sea level to about 4,000 feet.
Uses & Benefits
Melicope nealae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make tea and its flowers are used in traditional medicine. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Melicope nealae is white and has four petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melicope nealae is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m in height. It is native to Hawaii and is found in dry and mesic forests. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Melicope nealae
Melicope nealae is found in the Hawaiian Islands.
Melicope nealae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melicope nealae?
Melicope nealae
What type of plant is Melicope nealae?
It is a species of tree in the family Rutaceae
Where is Melicope nealae found?
It is found in Hawaii
Species in the Melicope genus
Melicope spathulata, Melicope taveuniensis, Melicope tahitensis, Melicope sulcata, Melicope sudestica, Melicope suberosa, Melicope sterrophylla, Melicope seemannii, Melicope steenisii, Melicope sororia, Melicope simplex, Melicope sessilis, Melicope burttiana, Melicope stellulata, Melicope vinkii, Melicope vieillardii, Melicope versteeghii, Melicope tekaoensis, Melicope trachycarpa, Melicope timorensis, Melicope pubifolia, Melicope puberula, Melicope pseudoanisata, Melicope ponapensis, Melicope segregis, Melicope polyadenia, Melicope petiolaris, Melicope perryae, Melicope perlmanii, Melicope peninsularis, Melicope polybotrya, Melicope rigoensis, Melicope savaiensis, Melicope sandwicensis, Melicope rotundifolia, Melicope quadrangularis, Melicope robbinsii, Melicope ridsdalei, Melicope revoluta, Melicope retusa, Melicope reticulata, Melicope reflexa, Melicope ramuliflora, Melicope vitiflora, Melicope robusta, Melicope woitapensis, Melicope wawraeana, Melicope wailauensis, Melicope waialealae, Melicope volcanica,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2510149: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Clemens Stone (1933-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Stone' in the authors string.
Thomas Gordon Hartley (1931-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.G.Hartley' in the authors string.