Status:
valid
Authors:
Chaowasku & Kessler
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 32: 303 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339866
Common Names
- Miliusa ninhbinhensis
- Ninh Binh Miliusa
- Ninh Binh's Miliusa
Description
Miliusa ninhbinhensis (also called Vietnamese banana, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree in the banana family. It is native to Vietnam and Laos and is found in lowland forests and on hillsides. It has large, glossy leaves and produces clusters of yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Miliusa ninhbinhensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Miliusa ninhbinhensis is a bright yellow colour and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed of this plant is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings of this plant are small and have a long, thin stem with two leaves at the top.
Cultivation and Propagation
Miliusa ninhbinhensis is a species of tree. It is a deciduous tree that is native to Vietnam. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Miliusa ninhbinhensis
Miliusa ninhbinhensis is native to Vietnam and can be found in moist evergreen forests.
Miliusa ninhbinhensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Miliusa ninhbinhensis?
Miliusa ninhbinhensis
What type of plant is Miliusa ninhbinhensis?
Tree
What is the natural habitat of Miliusa ninhbinhensis?
Tropical forests in Vietnam
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
Tanawat Chaowasku: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chaowasku' in the authors string.