Colona borneensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Merr.) Burret
Source:
cmp
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 9: 812 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615148
Common Names
- Borneensis Colona
- Borneensis Colona-bush
- Borneensis Colona-shrub
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- Columbia borneensis Merr. [unknown]
Description
Colona borneensis (also called Borneo Colona, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Borneo, and is found in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, secondary forests, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Colona borneensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Colona borneensis is yellow and has three petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are slender and have long leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Colona borneensis is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun but may require more frequent watering.
Where to Find Colona borneensis
Colona borneensis can be found in Indonesia.
Colona borneensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Colona borneensis?
Colona borneensis
What is the common name of Colona borneensis?
Borneo Colona
What is the habitat of Colona borneensis?
Colona borneensis is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs.
Species in the Colona genus
Colona aequilateralis, Colona angusta, Colona archboldiana, Colona auriculata, Colona blancoi, Colona borneensis, Colona celebica, Colona discolor, Colona elobata, Colona erecta, Colona evrardii, Colona flagrocarpa, Colona floribunda, Colona grandiflora, Colona hirsuta, Colona isodiametrica, Colona jagori, Colona javanica, Colona kodap, Colona kostermansiana, Colona lanceolata, Colona longipetiolata, Colona megacarpa, Colona merguensis, Colona mollis, Colona nubla, Colona philippinensis, Colona poilanei, Colona scabra, Colona serratifolia, Colona subaequalis, Colona thorelii, Colona velutina, Colona velutinosa, Colona winitii, Colona evecta,
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2731386: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.