Melicytus samoensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Christoph.) A.C.Sm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Allertonia 1: 370 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451865
Common Names
- Melicytus samoensis
- Samoan Mahogany
- Samoan Tree Violet
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Melicytus samoensis (also called 'Samoan Mahoe', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to New Zealand. It has long, thin, and wiry stems, and small, white flowers with a yellow center. It grows in dry, open habitats, usually in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Melicytus samoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Melicytus samoensis is a small, white, star-shaped structure. The seed is a small, round, hard, black nut. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melicytus samoensis is a tropical plant that is best grown in warm, humid climates. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Plant divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in partial shade. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in partial shade. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established.
Where to Find Melicytus samoensis
Melicytus samoensis is native to the forests of Samoa.
Melicytus samoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melicytus samoensis?
Melicytus samoensis
What is the natural habitat of Melicytus samoensis?
Melicytus samoensis is found in tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.
What is the flower color of Melicytus samoensis?
The flowers of Melicytus samoensis are white in color.
Species in the Melicytus genus
Melicytus dentatus, Melicytus micranthus, Melicytus macrophyllus, Melicytus lanceolatus, Melicytus flexuosus, Melicytus drucei, Melicytus fasciger, Melicytus samoensis, Melicytus ramilanceolatus, Melicytus alpinus, Melicytus angustifolius, Melicytus chathamicus, Melicytus crassifolius, Melicytus novae-zelandiae, Melicytus obovatus,
Species in the Violaceae family
Agatea lecointei, Agatea longipedicellata, Agatea macrobotrys, Agatea pancheri, Agatea rufotomentosa, Agatea schlechteri, Agatea veillonii, Agatea violaris, Allexis batangae, Allexis cauliflora, Allexis obanensis, Allexis zygomorpha, Amphirrhox grandifolia, Amphirrhox longifolia, Anchietea exalata, Anchietea frangulifolia, Anchietea peruviana, Anchietea pyrifolia, Anchietea raimondii, Anchietea selloviana, Anchietea suma, Anchietea ferrucciae, Anchietea ballardii, Calyptrion arboreum, Calyptrion carthagenense, Calyptrion pubescens, Calyptrion volubile, Decorsella paradoxa, Fusispermum laxiflorum, Fusispermum minutiflorum, Fusispermum rubrolignosum, Hybanthopsis bahiensis, Hybanthus albus, Hybanthus austrocaledonicus, Hybanthus caledonicus, Hybanthus cymulosus, Hybanthus debilissimus, Hybanthus domingensis, Hybanthus durus, Hybanthus epacroides, Hybanthus galeottii, Hybanthus graminifolius, Hybanthus havanensis, Hybanthus heterosepalus, Hybanthus leptopus, Hybanthus leucanthus, Hybanthus micranthus, Hybanthus mossamedensis, Hybanthus paraguariensis, Hybanthus parviflorus,
References
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Erling Christophersen (1898-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christoph.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:907922-1: Based on the initial data import