Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
serrulata
ID:
244381

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. & Zucc.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 32: 90 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243713

Common Names

  • Microstachys serrulata
  • Serrulate Microstachys
  • Microstachys

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Synonyms

  • Microstachys serrulata klotzschiana Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Microstachys serrulata oncoblepharis Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania serrulata (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania serrulata fastigiata Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania serrulata hispida Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania serrulata klotzschiana (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania serrulata oblongifolia Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania serrulata oncoblepharis (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Stillingia serrulata Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Microstachys serrulata glabrescens Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania serrulata glabrescens (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Cnemidostachys serrulata Mart. & Zucc. [unknown]
  • Microstachys serrulata genuina Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sebastiania serrulata genuina Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Microstachys serrulata (also called 'Serrated Microstachys', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with small, serrated leaves. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microstachys serrulata 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 serrulata 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 serrulata

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

Microstachys serrulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microstachys serrulata?

Microstachys serrulata

What is the family of Microstachys serrulata?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Microstachys serrulata?

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-127647: 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.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.