Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
discolor
ID:
248868

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 35: 390 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248200

Common Names

  • Myricanthe discolor
  • Discolor Myricanthe
  • Myricanthe

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Synonyms

  • Myricanthe discolor viridis Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Myricanthe discolor (also called Discolor, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in the Atlantic Forest biome. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in tropical and subtropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Myricanthe discolor is used as an ornamental plant for its edible fruits. The fruits are used to make jams, jellies, and juices. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Myricanthe discolor is white, with five petals. Seed is small, black, and round. Seedlings are small, with a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myricanthe discolor is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Myricanthe discolor

Myricanthe discolor is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.

Myricanthe discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myricanthe discolor?

Myricanthe discolor

What is the common name of Myricanthe discolor?

Discolored myricanthe

What is the natural habitat of Myricanthe discolor?

Tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Myricanthe genus

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