Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
muluense
ID:
810575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schuit. & de Vogel

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
J. Orchideenfr. 13: 226 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809909



Common Names

  • Muluense Pteroceras
  • Muluense Wild Coffee
  • Muluense Pteroceras


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Description

Pteroceras muluense (also called Mulu Pteroceras, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pteroceras muluense is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is used for its ornamental value in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pteroceras muluense is white and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a greenish hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteroceras muluense is a shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the most successful method of propagation. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Pteroceras muluense

Pteroceras muluense is native to the Philippines.

Pteroceras muluense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pteroceras muluense?

Pteroceras muluense

Where is Pteroceras muluense found?

Pteroceras muluense is found in Borneo.

What is the natural habitat of Pteroceras muluense?

Pteroceras muluense is found in tropical forests.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-348127: Based on the initial data import
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.