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
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.
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 Pteroceras genus
Pteroceras asperatum,
Pteroceras biserratum,
Pteroceras compressum,
Pteroceras erosulum,
Pteroceras fragrans,
Pteroceras fraternum,
Pteroceras hirsutum,
Pteroceras johorense,
Pteroceras leopardinum,
Pteroceras longicalcareum,
Pteroceras muriculatum,
Pteroceras philippinense,
Pteroceras spathibrachiatum,
Pteroceras teres,
Pteroceras violaceum,
Pteroceras viridiflorum,
Pteroceras vriesii,
Pteroceras monsooniae,
Pteroceras muluense,
Pteroceras indicum,
Pteroceras nabawanense,
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,