Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
moluccana
ID:
379611

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Scheff. ex Boerl.) Leenh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Fl. Males. 6: 367 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378943



Common Names

  • Moluccana Sedge
  • Moluccan Sedge
  • Moluccan Flat-sedge


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Description

Neuburgia moluccana (also called Moluccan Neuburgia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cyperaceae. It is native to Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. It grows in moist habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Neuburgia moluccana is a plant native to South America and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neuburgia moluccana is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neuburgia moluccana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in the spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Neuburgia moluccana

Neuburgia moluccana is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in the understory of the forest, near rivers and streams.

Neuburgia moluccana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neuburgia moluccana?

Neuburgia moluccana

What are the common names of Neuburgia moluccana?

Moluccan Neuburgia

What is the natural habitat of Neuburgia moluccana?

Wetlands, marshes, and swamps

Species in the Loganiaceae family

Antonia ovata, Bonyunia antoniifolia, Bonyunia aquatica, Bonyunia minor, Bonyunia superba, Bonyunia venusta, Bonyunia spectabilis, Bonyunia excelsa, Bonyunia magnifica, Bonyunia nobilis, Bonyunia pulchra, Gardneria angustifolia, Gardneria lanceolata, Gardneria multiflora, Gardneria nutans, Gardneria ovata, Geniostoma angustifolium, Geniostoma antherotrichum, Geniostoma balansanum, Geniostoma biseriale, Geniostoma borbonicum, Geniostoma calcicola, Geniostoma celastrineum, Geniostoma clavatum, Geniostoma cyrtandrae, Geniostoma densiflora, Geniostoma erythrosperma, Geniostoma fagraeoides, Geniostoma gagnae, Geniostoma glaucescens, Geniostoma grandifolium, Geniostoma huttonii, Geniostoma leenhoutsii, Geniostoma macrophyllum, Geniostoma mooreanum, Geniostoma novae-caledoniae, Geniostoma pedunculatum, Geniostoma petiolosum, Geniostoma randianum, Geniostoma rapense, Geniostoma rarotongensis, Geniostoma remyana, Geniostoma rupestre, Geniostoma stipulare, Geniostoma sykesii, Geniostoma trichostylum, Geniostoma umbellatum, Geniostoma vestitum, Geniostoma weinlandii, Geniostoma imbricatum,

References

Jacob Gijsbert Boerlage (1849-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boerl.' in the authors string.
Pieter Willem Leenhouts (1926-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leenh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:546791-1: Based on the initial data import