Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myristica
ID:
373684

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gaertn.) Dunal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Anonac. : 80 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000373016



Common Names

  • Monodora myristica
  • Myristica Monodora
  • Monodora Myristica


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Description

Monodora myristica (also called 'Nutmeg Monodora', among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant that is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Monodora myristica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a pot plant indoors. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, malaria, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monodora myristica is a yellow, fragrant, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monodora myristica is a perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by seed, but it is best to start with cuttings of established plants.

Where to Find Monodora myristica

Monodora myristica is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Monodora myristica FAQ

What is the common name of Monodora myristica?

African nutmeg

What is the scientific name of African nutmeg?

Monodora myristica

What is the natural habitat of Monodora myristica?

Tropical rainforests of West Africa

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,

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