Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
murkelensis
ID:
1412603

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186(2): 197. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425068





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Description

Pinalia murkelensis (also called Murkel Pinalia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas, often near streams and other bodies of water.

Uses & Benefits

Pinalia murkelensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pinalia murkelensis has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinalia murkelensis can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in spring, when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 18-21°C. Germination usually takes around 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Pinalia murkelensis

Pinalia murkelensis is native to India and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Pinalia murkelensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pinalia murkelensis?

Pinalia murkelensis

What is the common name of Pinalia murkelensis?

Murkel Pinalia

What is the natural habitat of Pinalia murkelensis?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Pinalia genus

Pinalia acervata, Pinalia acutifolia, Pinalia amica, Pinalia appendiculata, Pinalia bicolor, Pinalia bipunctata, Pinalia bractescens, Pinalia concolor, Pinalia dasypus, Pinalia elata, Pinalia erecta, Pinalia eriopsidobulbon, Pinalia excavata, Pinalia fitzalanii, Pinalia flavescens, Pinalia floribunda, Pinalia graminifolia, Pinalia leucantha, Pinalia lineata, Pinalia maingayi, Pinalia merguensis, Pinalia multiflora, Pinalia myristiciformis, Pinalia mysorensis, Pinalia obesa, Pinalia pachystachya, Pinalia polystachya, Pinalia polyura, Pinalia profusa, Pinalia pumila, Pinalia recurvata, Pinalia reticosa, Pinalia rimannii, Pinalia ringens, Pinalia saccifera, Pinalia tricolor, Pinalia rhynchostyloides, Pinalia barbifrons, Pinalia carnicolor, Pinalia compacta, Pinalia curranii, Pinalia cylindrostachya, Pinalia dagamensis, Pinalia densa, Pinalia hutchinsoniana, Pinalia jarensis, Pinalia longicruris, Pinalia longilabris, Pinalia lyonii, Pinalia macera,

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,

References

Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Henrik Ærenlund Pedersen (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Pedersen' in the authors string.
Yan Peng Ng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.P.Ng' in the authors string.