Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
nemoralis
ID:
371740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rizzini

Source:
ksu

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Biol. 12: 261 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371072

Common Names

  • Morsacanthus nemoralis
  • Nemoralis Morsacanthus
  • Nemoralis Morsacanthus Grass

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Description

Morsacanthus nemoralis (also called 'woodland morsacanthus', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Morsacanthus nemoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Morsacanthus nemoralis has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morsacanthus nemoralis is a shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers a soil that is slightly acidic and well-draining. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Morsacanthus nemoralis

Morsacanthus nemoralis can be found in the Philippines.

Morsacanthus nemoralis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Morsacanthus nemoralis?

Morsacanthus nemoralis is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What are the uses of Morsacanthus nemoralis?

Morsacanthus nemoralis is used as a medicinal plant and for ornamental purposes.

What is the scientific name of Morsacanthus nemoralis?

The scientific name of Morsacanthus nemoralis is Morsacanthus nemoralis.

Species in the Morsacanthus genus

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References