Status:
valid
Authors:
(Engl.) Heine
Source:
wcs
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 14: 301 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250174
Common Names
- Neolemonniera batesii
- Batesii Moss
- Batesii Lemon Moss
Synonyms
- Le-monniera batesii Lecomte [unknown]
- Mimusops batesii Engl. [unknown]
Description
Neolemonniera batesii (also called Bates' Neolemonniera, 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
Neolemonniera batesii is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neolemonniera batesii has small, yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neolemonniera batesii is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Neolemonniera batesii
Neolemonniera batesii is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is found in India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Neolemonniera batesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neolemonniera batesii?
Neolemonniera batesii
What are the common names of Neolemonniera batesii?
No common names
What is the growth habit of Neolemonniera batesii?
It is a small tree
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Aulandra longifolia,
Autranella congolensis,
Baillonella toxisperma,
Beccariella balansana,
Beccariella crebrifolia,
Beccariella lasiantha,
Beccariella novocaledonica,
Beccariella xerocarpa,
Beccariella brownlessiana,
Boerlagella spectabilis,
Breviea sericea,
Burckella banikiensis,
Burckella erythrophylla,
Burckella fijiensis,
Burckella hillii,
Burckella macropoda,
Burckella magusum,
Burckella obovata,
Burckella parvifolia,
Burckella polymera,
Burckella poolei,
Burckella richii,
Burckella sorei,
Burckella thurstonii,
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Capurodendron perrieri,
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