Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
involucrata
ID:
686264

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 77: 233 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685597



Common Names

  • Fagraea involucrata
  • Involucrate Fagraea
  • Fagraea


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Description

Fagraea involucrata (also called 'Kamuning', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gentianaceae. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to New Guinea, and is found in tropical forests. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Fagraea involucrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Fagraea involucrata are white, with a yellow center, and have a sweet, fragrant scent. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have two long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fagraea involucrata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Fagraea involucrata

Fagraea involucrata is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of the region.

Fagraea involucrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fagraea involucrata?

Fagraea involucrata

What is the natural habitat of Fagraea involucrata?

Fagraea involucrata is native to India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

What is the size of Fagraea involucrata?

Fagraea involucrata is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 25 meters in height.

Species in the Fagraea genus

Fagraea acutibracteata, Fagraea annulata, Fagraea auriculata, Fagraea berteroana, Fagraea blumei, Fagraea bodenii, Fagraea borneensis, Fagraea carnosa, Fagraea carstensensis, Fagraea ceilanica, Fagraea coromandelina, Fagraea crassifolia, Fagraea curtisii, Fagraea dulitensis, Fagraea epiphytica, Fagraea euneura, Fagraea eymae, Fagraea fastigiata, Fagraea floribunda, Fagraea gardeniiflora, Fagraea gardenioides, Fagraea gitingensis, Fagraea graciliflora, Fagraea gracilipes, Fagraea havilandii, Fagraea iliasii, Fagraea imperialis, Fagraea involucrata, Fagraea kalimantanensis, Fagraea kinabaluensis, Fagraea kuminii, Fagraea litoralis, Fagraea longiflora, Fagraea longipetiolata, Fagraea macroscypha, Fagraea megalantha, Fagraea oblonga, Fagraea oreophila, Fagraea plumeriiflora, Fagraea pyriformis, Fagraea rarissima, Fagraea renae, Fagraea resinosa, Fagraea ridleyi, Fagraea salticola, Fagraea splendens, Fagraea stonei, Fagraea tacapala, Fagraea ternatana, Fagraea truncata,

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References