Status:
valid
Authors:
Ratheesh, Sujanapal, Anil Kumar & Sivad.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 42: 27 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332227
Common Names
- Miliusa Gokhalaei
- Gokhale's Miliusa
- Gokhale's Miliusa Bush
Description
Miliusa gokhalaei (also called Gokhale's Miliusa, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree with white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Miliusa gokhalaei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Miliusa gokhalaei is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oblong shape and the seedlings are small, thin, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Miliusa gokhalaei is a fast-growing evergreen tree native to India. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by cuttings in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be used for propagation.
Where to Find Miliusa gokhalaei
Miliusa gokhalaei is found in India, in the Western Ghats.
Miliusa gokhalaei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Miliusa gokhalaei?
Miliusa gokhalaei
What is the natural habitat of Miliusa gokhalaei?
Miliusa gokhalaei is found in the Himalayas of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China.
What is the flowering season of Miliusa gokhalaei?
Miliusa gokhalaei flowers in the spring season.
Species in the Miliusa genus
Miliusa banghoiensis,
Miliusa campanulata,
Miliusa filipes,
Miliusa amplexicaulis,
Miliusa andamanica,
Miliusa baillonii,
Miliusa fusca,
Miliusa saccata,
Miliusa sclerocarpa,
Miliusa velutina,
Miliusa thorelii,
Miliusa tristis,
Miliusa indica,
Miliusa koolsii,
Miliusa parviflora,
Miliusa nilagirica,
Miliusa macrocarpa,
Miliusa macropoda,
Miliusa mollis,
Miliusa montana,
Miliusa vidalii,
Miliusa wightiana,
Miliusa zeylanica,
Miliusa glandulifera,
Miliusa tirunelvelica,
Miliusa novoguineensis,
Miliusa lanceolata,
Miliusa wayanadica,
Miliusa balansae,
Miliusa brahei,
Miliusa cuneata,
Miliusa horsfieldii,
Miliusa traceyi,
Miliusa tenuistipitata,
Miliusa gokhalaei,
Miliusa codonantha,
Miliusa dioeca,
Miliusa butonensis,
Miliusa viridiflora,
Miliusa fragrans,
Miliusa nakhonsiana,
Miliusa sessilis,
Miliusa thailandica,
Miliusa umpangensis,
Miliusa astiana,
Miliusa cambodgensis,
Miliusa ninhbinhensis,
Miliusa pumila,
Miliusa eupoda,
Miliusa malnadensis,
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
P. Sujanapal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sujanapal' in the authors string.
N. Anil Kumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anil Kumar' in the authors string.