Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
novoguineensis
ID:
1276669

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.P.Nayar

Source:
tro

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 10(1): 47 (1982) (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001276007



Common Names

  • Novoguineensis Catanthera
  • Novoguineensis's Catanthera
  • Catanthera Novoguineensis


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Description

Catanthera novoguineensis (also called New Guinea Catanthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to New Guinea. It is usually found in moist, forested areas, and is characterized by its large, purple flowers and evergreen leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Catanthera novoguineensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catanthera novoguineensis is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catanthera novoguineensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is a slow-growing plant and can reach up to 2m in height.

Where to Find Catanthera novoguineensis

Catanthera novoguineensis is native to New Guinea and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,