Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
1243193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Drake

Source:
tro

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 6: 276 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242531

Common Names

  • Alata Murraya
  • Murraya Alata
  • Winged Murraya

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Description

Murraya alata (also called Winged Murraya, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and pinnate leaves. It is native to the eastern United States and grows in dry, open woods and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Murraya alata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Murraya alata are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Murraya alata is a small to medium-sized shrub, growing up to 3 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. Propagation is by seed or cutting. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Germination usually takes place within two weeks. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Murraya alata

Murraya alata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Murraya alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Murraya alata?

Murraya alata

What type of plant is Murraya alata?

Murraya alata is an evergreen shrub.

What is the natural habitat of Murraya alata?

Murraya alata is native to Southeast Asia.

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,