Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
herveyeana
ID:
373115

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 16: t. 1560 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372447



Common Names

  • Mezzettia herveyeana
  • Hervey's Mezzettia
  • Fragrant Mezzettia


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Description

Mezzettia herveyeana (also called Hervey's Mezzettia, among many other common names) is a small tree native to tropical Asia. It has a single trunk and its leaves are alternate and ovate. It grows in evergreen forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Mezzettia herveyeana is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and asthma. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mezzettia herveyeana is white and bell-shaped, and is about 2 cm wide. The seed is a small, black, round, and smooth. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mezzettia herveyeana is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is a small shrub, growing to 1 m tall. The leaves are ovate, 5–7 cm long and 2–3 cm broad. The flowers are produced in clusters of 3–5, each flower with four white petals. The fruit is a globose, yellow-green drupe, 1–1.5 cm diameter.

Where to Find Mezzettia herveyeana

Mezzettia herveyeana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.

Mezzettia herveyeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mezzettia herveyeana?

Mezzettia herveyeana

What is the natural habitat of Mezzettia herveyeana?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

What is the average size of Mezzettia herveyeana?

It is a small tree, usually reaching a height of 8-10 m.

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:73908-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.