Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Buek
Source:
wcs
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral. : 387 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816490
Common Names
- Eckloniana Merciera
- Eckloniana Merciera
- Eckloniana Merciera
Description
Merciera eckloniana (also called Ecklon's Merciera, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is commonly found in gardens and parks, and can also be found in woodlands and hedgerows.
Uses & Benefits
Merciera eckloniana is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Merciera eckloniana is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five petals.
Cultivation and Propagation
Merciera eckloniana is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be 4-6 inches long and placed in a moist, well-draining medium such as perlite or sand. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted, which can take up to 8 weeks.
Where to Find Merciera eckloniana
Merciera eckloniana is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Merciera eckloniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Merciera eckloniana?
Merciera eckloniana
What is the natural habitat of Merciera eckloniana?
Rainforests of South America
What are the common uses of Merciera eckloniana?
Traditional medicine, ornamental plant
Species in the Merciera genus
Species in the Campanulaceae family
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Adenophora capillaris,
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Adenophora contracta,
Adenophora cordifolia,
Adenophora divaricata,
Adenophora elata,
Adenophora fusifolia,
Adenophora gmelinii,
Adenophora golubinzevaeana,
Adenophora grandiflora,
Adenophora hatsushimae,
Adenophora himalayana,
Adenophora hubeiensis,
Adenophora izuensis,
Adenophora jacutica,
Adenophora jasionifolia,
Adenophora khasiana,
Adenophora lamarkii,
Adenophora liliifolia,
Adenophora liliifolioides,
Adenophora lobophylla,
Adenophora longipedicellata,
Adenophora maximowicziana,
Adenophora micrantha,
Adenophora morrisonensis,
Adenophora nikoensis,
Adenophora ningxianica,
Adenophora palustris,
Adenophora pereskiifolia,
Adenophora petiolata,
Adenophora pinifolia,
Adenophora polyantha,
Adenophora potaninii,
Adenophora probatovae,
Adenophora remotidens,
Adenophora remotiflora,
Adenophora rupestris,
Adenophora rupincola,
Adenophora sinensis,
Adenophora stenanthina,
Adenophora stenophylla,
Adenophora stricta,
Adenophora sublata,
Adenophora takedai,
Adenophora tashiroi,
Adenophora taurica,
Adenophora trachelioides,