Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
nigropunctata
ID:
521617

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 9: 320 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520949



Common Names

  • Adinandra Nigropunctata
  • White Adina
  • White Mink


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Description

Adinandra nigropunctata (also called Black-spotted Adinandra, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is typically found in moist forests. Its leaves are simple, oppositely arranged, and have an ovate shape. Its white flowers are small and have five petals.

Uses & Benefits

Adinandra nigropunctata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as an insect repellent and to make traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Adinandra nigropunctata are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adinandra nigropunctata can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with partial shade.

Where to Find Adinandra nigropunctata

Adinandra nigropunctata is found in the tropical forests of Sumatra and Borneo.

Adinandra nigropunctata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adinandra nigropunctata?

Adinandra nigropunctata

What is the family of Adinandra nigropunctata?

Theaceae

What is the common name of Adinandra nigropunctata?

Black-spotted Almond

Species in the Adinandra genus

Adinandra angustifolia, Adinandra acuminata, Adinandra acuta, Adinandra angulata, Adinandra anisobasis, Adinandra annamensis, Adinandra apoensis, Adinandra argentifolia, Adinandra auriformis, Adinandra bicuspidata, Adinandra bockiana, Adinandra borneensis, Adinandra brassii, Adinandra brefeldii, Adinandra calciphila, Adinandra caudata, Adinandra celebica, Adinandra clemensiae, Adinandra coarctata, Adinandra collettiana, Adinandra collina, Adinandra colombonensis, Adinandra cordifolia, Adinandra corneriana, Adinandra crassifolia, Adinandra dasyantha, Adinandra donnaiensis, Adinandra dubia, Adinandra dumosa, Adinandra elegans, Adinandra elliptica, Adinandra endertii, Adinandra epunctata, Adinandra excelsa, Adinandra eymae, Adinandra filipes, Adinandra forbesii, Adinandra formosana, Adinandra gallatlyi, Adinandra glischroloma, Adinandra grandifolia, Adinandra grandis, Adinandra griffithii, Adinandra hainanensis, Adinandra hirta, Adinandra howii, Adinandra impressa, Adinandra inaequalis, Adinandra integerrima, Adinandra javanica,

Species in the Pentaphylacaceae family

Adinandra angustifolia, Adinandra acuminata, Adinandra acuta, Adinandra angulata, Adinandra anisobasis, Adinandra annamensis, Adinandra apoensis, Adinandra argentifolia, Adinandra auriformis, Adinandra bicuspidata, Adinandra bockiana, Adinandra borneensis, Adinandra brassii, Adinandra brefeldii, Adinandra calciphila, Adinandra caudata, Adinandra celebica, Adinandra clemensiae, Adinandra coarctata, Adinandra collettiana, Adinandra collina, Adinandra colombonensis, Adinandra cordifolia, Adinandra corneriana, Adinandra crassifolia, Adinandra dasyantha, Adinandra donnaiensis, Adinandra dubia, Adinandra dumosa, Adinandra elegans, Adinandra elliptica, Adinandra endertii, Adinandra epunctata, Adinandra excelsa, Adinandra eymae, Adinandra filipes, Adinandra forbesii, Adinandra formosana, Adinandra gallatlyi, Adinandra glischroloma, Adinandra grandifolia, Adinandra grandis, Adinandra griffithii, Adinandra hainanensis, Adinandra hirta, Adinandra howii, Adinandra impressa, Adinandra inaequalis, Adinandra integerrima, Adinandra javanica,

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