Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
auriculata
ID:
246825

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Miranda

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 4: 95 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246157



Common Names

  • Ear-leaved Mormodes
  • Ear-leaved Indian Mulberry
  • Ear-leaved Beach Mulberry


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Description

Mormodes auriculata (also called Indian Mulberry, Beach Mulberry, and Noni, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It is found in coastal areas, as well as in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Mormodes auriculata is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, and its leaves are used as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mormodes auriculata is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mormodes auriculata is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Mormodes auriculata

Mormodes auriculata is found in tropical regions of Central America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Mormodes auriculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mormodes auriculata?

Mormodes auriculata

What is the common name of Mormodes auriculata?

Ear-leaf mormodes

Where is Mormodes auriculata native to?

Mexico

Species in the Mormodes genus

Mormodes andicola, Mormodes andreettae, Mormodes aromatica, Mormodes atropurpurea, Mormodes aurantiaca, Mormodes aurea, Mormodes auriculata, Mormodes badia, Mormodes buccinator, Mormodes calceolata, Mormodes carnevaliana, Mormodes cartonii, Mormodes castroi, Mormodes chrysantha, Mormodes claesiana, Mormodes cogniauxii, Mormodes colossus, Mormodes convolutum, Mormodes cozticxochitl, Mormodes cucumerina, Mormodes dasilvae, Mormodes dayana, Mormodes densiflora, Mormodes elegans, Mormodes ephippilabia, Mormodes escobarii, Mormodes estradae, Mormodes fractiflexa, Mormodes frymirei, Mormodes guentheriana, Mormodes hoehnei, Mormodes hookeri, Mormodes horichii, Mormodes ignea, Mormodes issanensis, Mormodes lancilabris, Mormodes lawrenceana, Mormodes lineata, Mormodes lobulata, Mormodes luxata, Mormodes maculata, Mormodes mejiae, Mormodes morenoi, Mormodes nagelii, Mormodes oberlanderiana, Mormodes oceloteoides, Mormodes oestlundianum, Mormodes orinocoensis, Mormodes pabstiana, Mormodes paraensis,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,