Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
1225813

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
tro

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Anz. Akad. Wiss. Wien, Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 62: 68 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001225151



Common Names

  • Morina Alba
  • Morina White
  • Morina Whitish


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Description

Morina alba (also called White Morina, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It has white flowers with yellow centers, and its leaves are dark green and glossy. It is native to China, and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Morina alba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Morina alba is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green throat. The seed is a small, ellipsoid nutlet. The seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morina alba is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid climate. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Morina alba

Morina alba is native to the Himalayan region, including Tibet, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Morina alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morina alba?

Morina alba

What is the common name of Morina alba?

White Morina

What is the natural habitat of Morina alba?

Grassy slopes and meadows in the Himalayas

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