Morinda Citrifolia

Awl Tree, Painkiller, Noni, Indian Mulberry, Cheese Fruit

Message of the Flower

Peace in the Sex Centre

The Mother’s Comment

Indispensable for beginning the Yoga.

Colour

White

Family

Rubiaceae

Cultivars

Not widely known for cultivars due to its typical use as a medicinal plant rather than ornamental.

Person who named the flower

Carl Linnaeus

Flower Size

Small, typically 1-1.5 cm in diameter.

Flower Texture

Smooth

Number of Petals

The flower structure is more about the tubular corolla than distinct petals; typically has 5 lobes.

Floral Symmetry

Radial

Fragrance of Flower

The flowers have a mild scent, but the fruit is known for its strong, unpleasant smell.

Leaf Texture

Glossy and smooth

Leaf Arrangement

Opposite

Leaf Color

Dark green

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

Shrub or small tree

Life Cycle

Perennial

Blooming Period

Can bloom year-round in tropical climates

Climate

Tropical and subtropical

Water Requirements

Moderate, tolerant of drought once established

Soil Type

Prefers well-drained, fertile soils but is adaptable.

Temperature Ranges

Thrives in warmer climates; not frost-tolerant

Sun or Shade

Full sun to partial shade

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

Generally robust but can be affected by root rot and scale insects.

Pollinators

Bees and other insects

Habitat

Native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, now widespread in tropical regions worldwide.

Role in the Ecosystem

Provides food for pollinators; the fruit is eaten by some animal species.

Ornamental

Not used for ornamental purposes.

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

Primarily in health supplements and traditional medicine.

Endangered Status

Not endangered; widely cultivated.