Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
borneensis
ID:
614816

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Malesia 3: 272 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614148



Common Names

  • Borneensis Coelostegia
  • Borneo Coelostegia
  • Borneo Yellow-Eyed Grass


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Description

Coelostegia borneensis (also called Borneo Climbing-fig, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is a woody climber with thick, leathery leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Borneo and can be found in lowland forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Coelostegia borneensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coelostegia borneensis is yellow in color and has three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelostegia borneensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Malaysia, Sumatra, and Borneo. It is a shrub or small tree growing up to 6 m tall. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Coelostegia borneensis

Coelostegia borneensis is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist forests and woodlands.

Coelostegia borneensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coelostegia borneensis?

Coelostegia borneensis

What is the family of Coelostegia borneensis?

Rubiaceae

What is the native range of Coelostegia borneensis?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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