Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ambigua
ID:
380163

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Malesia 3: 261 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379495



Common Names

  • Ambiguous neesia
  • Ambiguous false-laurel
  • Ambiguous false-bay


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Description

Neesia ambigua (also called Ambigua Neesia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Malaysia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, along streams, and in wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Neesia ambigua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neesia ambigua is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neesia ambigua is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a container or in the ground. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Neesia ambigua

Neesia ambigua is native to Malaysia and Indonesia.

Neesia ambigua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neesia ambigua?

Neesia ambigua

What is the common name of Neesia ambigua?

Ambiguous Water-starwort

What is the habitat of Neesia ambigua?

It is found in shallow water of lakes, ponds, and ditches

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,