Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
papuana
ID:
792611

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.M.Wong

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Sandakania 15: 45 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791944

Common Names

  • Bungarimba Papuana
  • Papuana Bungarimba
  • Papuana Bung

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Description

Bungarimba papuana (also called Papuan Bungarimba, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to Indonesia, and is found in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bungarimba papuana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bungarimba papuana has small, yellow flowers with a long, slender spur. The seed is a small, round, dark brown capsule. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bungarimba papuana is an epiphytic orchid species native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be cultivated in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by tissue culture. The plant should be repotted every two to three years in a well-draining, orchid-specific potting mix.

Where to Find Bungarimba papuana

Bungarimba papuana is native to New Guinea.

Bungarimba papuana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bungarimba papuana?

Bungarimba papuana

What are the common names of Bungarimba papuana?

Common names of Bungarimba papuana include Papuan bungarimba and Papuan starflower.

What is the natural habitat of Bungarimba papuana?

Bungarimba papuana is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-330517: Based on the initial data import
Khoon Meng Wong (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Wong' in the authors string.