Status:
valid
Authors:
Lorence
Source:
tro
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 3: 300 (1981 publ. 1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001221429
Common Names
- Moeheliensis Tambourissa
- Moeheliensis False Sago
- Moeheliensis Tambourissa
Description
Tambourissa moeheliensis (also called Moeheliensis tambourissa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to tropical regions of Asia. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has small, oval leaves with pointed tips. The flowers are small and white, and the fruit is a small, red berry.
Uses & Benefits
Tambourissa moeheliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tambourissa moeheliensis is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a black and white pattern. The seedlings are small and have a deep green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tambourissa moeheliensis is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the root clumps in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Tambourissa moeheliensis
Tambourissa moeheliensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Tambourissa moeheliensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tambourissa moeheliensis?
Tambourissa moeheliensis
What is the common name of Tambourissa moeheliensis?
Moeheliensis Tambourissa
What is the natural habitat of Tambourissa moeheliensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Tambourissa genus
Tambourissa crassa,
Tambourissa cocottensis,
Tambourissa tetragona,
Tambourissa bathiei,
Tambourissa capuronii,
Tambourissa decaryana,
Tambourissa uapacifolia,
Tambourissa trichophylla,
Tambourissa thouvenotii,
Tambourissa nitida,
Tambourissa peltata,
Tambourissa humbertii,
Tambourissa hildebrandtii,
Tambourissa madagascariensis,
Tambourissa perrieri,
Tambourissa castri-delphini,
Tambourissa leptophylla,
Tambourissa amplifolia,
Tambourissa gracilis,
Tambourissa parvifolia,
Tambourissa religiosa,
Tambourissa purpurea,
Tambourissa floricostata,
Tambourissa pedicellata,
Tambourissa boivinii,
Tambourissa comorensis,
Tambourissa cordifolia,
Tambourissa elliptica,
Tambourissa sieberi,
Tambourissa tau,
Tambourissa masoalensis,
Tambourissa nicolliae,
Tambourissa dorrii,
Tambourissa nosybensis,
Tambourissa lastelliana,
Tambourissa longicarpa,
Tambourissa bosseri,
Tambourissa mandrarensis,
Tambourissa rakotozafyi,
Tambourissa kirkii,
Tambourissa quadrifida,
Tambourissa paradoxa,
Tambourissa beanjadensis,
Tambourissa alaticarpa,
Tambourissa ficus,
Tambourissa moeheliensis,
Tambourissa manongarivensis,
Species in the Monimiaceae family
Austromatthaea elegans,
Carnegieodoxa eximia,
Decarydendron helenae,
Decarydendron lamii,
Decarydendron perrieri,
Decarydendron ranomafanense,
Ephippiandra domatiata,
Ephippiandra madagascariensis,
Ephippiandra masoalensis,
Ephippiandra microphylla,
Ephippiandra myrtoidea,
Ephippiandra perrieri,
Ephippiandra tsaratanensis,
Faika villosa,
Grazielanthus arkeocarpus,
Hedycarya alternifolia,
Hedycarya angustifolia,
Hedycarya aragoensis,
Hedycarya arborea,
Hedycarya badaunii,
Hedycarya chrysophylla,
Hedycarya cupulata,
Hedycarya denticulata,
Hedycarya dorstenioides,
Hedycarya engleriana,
Hedycarya erythrocarpa,
Hedycarya loxocarya,
Hedycarya neoebudica,
Hedycarya parvifolia,
Hedycarya perbracteolata,
Hedycarya rivularis,
Hedycarya symplocoides,
Hedycarya baudouinii,
Hemmantia webbii,
Hennecartia omphalandra,
Hortonia floribunda,
Hortonia ovalifolia,
Hortonia angustifolia,
Kairoa suberosa,
Kairoa endressiana,
Kairoa villosa,
Kairoa cromeana,
Kibara royenii,
Kibara roemeri,
Kibara rosselensis,
Kibara shungolensis,
Kibara sleumeri,
Kibara sudestensis,
Kibara warenensis,
Kibara versteeghii,