Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
malayana
ID:
749652

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Kiew

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 62: 265 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748985



Common Names

  • Codonoboea malayana
  • Malayana Codonoboea
  • Malayan Codonoboea


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Description

Codonoboea malayana (also called Malaysian Codonoboea, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base. It is native to tropical regions in Southeast Asia, and is commonly found in coastal areas, mangrove swamps, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Codonoboea malayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Codonoboea malayana var. winkleri (Ridl.) Kiew

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Codonoboea malayana is white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped nutlet. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codonoboea malayana is a perennial herb that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot with a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a pot with a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Codonoboea malayana

Codonoboea malayana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Codonoboea malayana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Codonoboea malayana?

Codonoboea malayana

What is the common name of Codonoboea malayana?

Malayana Codonoboea

What is the natural habitat of Codonoboea malayana?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Codonoboea genus

Codonoboea caelestis, Codonoboea ericiflora, Codonoboea leucocodon, Codonoboea lilacina, Codonoboea nivea, Codonoboea rubiginosa, Codonoboea robinsonii, Codonoboea ridleyana, Codonoboea reptans, Codonoboea rugosa, Codonoboea stolonifera, Codonoboea yongii, Codonoboea viscida, Codonoboea venusta, Codonoboea tiumanica, Codonoboea soldanella, Codonoboea serratifolia, Codonoboea salicinoides, Codonoboea salicina, Codonoboea ramosa, Codonoboea urticoides, Codonoboea holttumii, Codonoboea malayana, Codonoboea longipes, Codonoboea leucantha, Codonoboea leiophylla, Codonoboea lancifolia, Codonoboea johorica, Codonoboea inaequalis, Codonoboea miniata, Codonoboea hispida, Codonoboea hirta, Codonoboea hirsuta, Codonoboea heterophylla, Codonoboea kelantanensis, Codonoboea platypus, Codonoboea quinquevulnera, Codonoboea pyroliflora, Codonoboea puncticulata, Codonoboea pumila, Codonoboea pulchella, Codonoboea primulina, Codonoboea marginata, Codonoboea pectinata, Codonoboea pauziana, Codonoboea parviflora, Codonoboea nitida, Codonoboea polyanthoides, Codonoboea elata, Codonoboea glabrata,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2903482: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Ruth Kiew (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiew' in the authors string.