Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Species:
malayana
ID:
750460

Status:
valid

Authors:
Utteridge

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 66: 69 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749793



Common Names

  • Medusanthera malayana
  • Malayana Medusa
  • Malayana Medusanthera


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Description

Medusanthera malayana (also called Malayan Medusanthera, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Malaysia. It grows up to 2 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Medusanthera malayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medusanthera malayana has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have white, green and yellow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medusanthera malayana is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to India. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Medusanthera malayana

Medusanthera malayana is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Medusanthera malayana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medusanthera malayana?

Medusanthera malayana

What is the common name of Medusanthera malayana?

Malayan medusanthera

What is the natural habitat of Medusanthera malayana?

Forests and woodlands

Species in the Stemonuraceae family

Cantleya corniculata, Codiocarpus andamanicus, Codiocarpus merrittii, Discophora guianensis, Discophora montana, Gastrolepis alticola, Gastrolepis austrocaledonica, Gomphandra apoensis, Gomphandra australiana, Gomphandra cambodiana, Gomphandra capitulata, Gomphandra comosa, Gomphandra coriacea, Gomphandra cumingiana, Gomphandra dolichocarpa, Gomphandra donnaiensis, Gomphandra flavicarpa, Gomphandra fuliginea, Gomphandra fusiformis, Gomphandra javanica, Gomphandra lancifolia, Gomphandra luzoniensis, Gomphandra lysipetala, Gomphandra mappioides, Gomphandra mollis, Gomphandra montana, Gomphandra oblongifolia, Gomphandra oligantha, Gomphandra pallida, Gomphandra papuana, Gomphandra parviflora, Gomphandra pseudojavanica, Gomphandra pseudoprasina, Gomphandra quadrifida, Gomphandra sawiensis, Gomphandra schoepfiifolia, Gomphandra simularensis, Gomphandra subrostrata, Gomphandra tetrandra, Gomphandra tomentella, Gomphandra velutina, Gomphandra palustris, Gomphandra halconensis, Gomphandra conklinii, Gomphandra rarinervis, Gomphandra fernandoi, Gomphandra bracteata, Gomphandra coi, Gomphandra psilandra, Gomphandra dinagatensis,

References