What is Morinda citrifolia?
Morinda citrifolia is a tree that is part of the plant in Rubiaceae. It is originally from Southeast Asia and Australia. The tree has yellow fruits that emit a strong pungent odor and dark green leaves. Morinda citrifolia was used as a component in herbal medicine and was used as a source for colored dyes.
The name of the genus morinda citrifolia is derived from the word morus , which means mulberry and indica , which means Indian. It describes the common name of this tree - Indian mulberry. The name of the species describes the form of tree tree tree. This tree is known under several other names, including Noni, dog dumplings and mengku. It is located at heights of up to 7,874 feet (2,400 meters) and is usually grown along rocky or sand coast. The tree is resistant to salt water from the oceans.
Indian mulberry usually grows to a height of 16 to 30 feet (5 to 9 m) and spreads to a similar width. It has large glossy leaves that are deeply fed. The bark of a tree forIt duces reddish purple and brown liquid, which is commonly used as a dye.
Flowers Morinda citrifolia are short and white. They hatch from a fleshy structure and bloom all year round. Once the flower falls, yellow fruit develops. Gradually it matures white and grows 1.5 to 2.8 inches (4 to 7 cm) long.
This tree grows best in a well -draining soil that is acidic to neutral at pH. It is adaptable to several types of soil, including those that are sandy and clay. Since the natural habitat of this tree is usually shaded forests, the tree often grows best in an area that is partially overshadowed from the Sun.
Indian mulberry is influenced by North pests, including aphids and Weevils. The aphids are particularly annoying because they leave sticky residues and leaves on the branches that attract mold disputes. Insecticidal soap can be used on contaminated trees to get cloakItano to further damage.
fungal diseases called leaf spot also damages this tree. It causes brown or black spots on leaves. Another fungal disease that affects this tree is fruit mold. Symptoms include wilting of shoots and beige spots on fruit. Pruning the affected branches can help prevent the spread of the fungus.