Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
novoguineensis
ID:
216478

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XIV: 9 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215807



Common Names

  • Novoguineensis Annesijoa
  • Novoguineensis Ant Plant
  • Novoguineensis Ants Plant


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Description

Annesijoa novoguineensis (also called Annona, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It typically grows in tropical rainforests and is an evergreen shrub or small tree.

Uses & Benefits

Annesijoa novoguineensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Annesijoa novoguineensis has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Annesijoa novoguineensis is a terrestrial or epiphytic fern that is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown indoors as a houseplant.

Where to Find Annesijoa novoguineensis

Annesijoa novoguineensis is native to New Guinea and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Annesijoa novoguineensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Annesijoa novoguineensis?

Annesijoa novoguineensis

What is the common name of Annesijoa novoguineensis?

Novoguineensis Ant Plant

Where is Annesijoa novoguineensis native to?

New Guinea

Species in the Annesijoa genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-10095: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.