Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
marginata
ID:
244374

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. & Zucc.) Klotzsch ex Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 32: 90 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243706

Common Names

  • Microstachys marginata
  • Marginate Microstachys
  • Microstachys

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Synonyms

  • Sebastiania marginata (Mart. & Zucc.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania marginata coriacea Pax [unknown]
  • Stillingia coriacea Baill. [unknown]
  • Microstachys marginata minor Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania marginata minor Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Cnemidostachys coriacea Mart. & Zucc. [unknown]
  • Cnemidostachys marginata Mart. & Zucc. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania marginata genuina Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Microstachys marginata (also called 'Margined Microstachys', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with small, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Microstachys marginata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microstachys marginata is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is round and black. The seedling is small and has a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microstachys marginata is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is a slow-growing tree and may take several years to reach its full size. It is best to water the tree regularly and fertilize it every few months.

Where to Find Microstachys marginata

Microstachys marginata is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Microstachys marginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microstachys marginata?

Microstachys marginata

What is the family of Microstachys marginata?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Microstachys marginata?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-127640: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.