Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moluccana
ID:
658220

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 109 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657552



Common Names

  • Duabanga moluccana
  • Moluccan Duabanga
  • Duabanga Moluccana


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Synonyms

  • Duabanga borneensis R.Knuth [unknown]

Description

Duabanga moluccana (also called Moluccan Duabanga, among many other common names) is a small tree native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats, with large, ovate leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Duabanga moluccana is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens. It has a high resistance to drought and can be used as a hedge or screen. The plant has a long flowering period and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Duabanga moluccana has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Duabanga moluccana is a slow-growing shrub that prefers a warm, humid climate and moist soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the ground.

Where to Find Duabanga moluccana

Duabanga moluccana is native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands.

Duabanga moluccana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Duabanga moluccana?

Duabanga moluccana

What is the family of Duabanga moluccana?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Duabanga moluccana?

Moluccan Duabanga

Species in the Duabanga genus

Species in the Lythraceae family

Adenaria floribunda, Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii,

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