Ernestia minor - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minor
ID:
1254266
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gleason
Source:
tro
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 75: 542 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253604
Common Names
- Ernestia Minor
- Small Ernestia
- Small Ernestia Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ernestia minor (also called Minor Ernestia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is usually found in wet, humid forests and can reach heights of up to 10 meters. Its leaves are ovate-elliptic, with a glossy green upper surface and a paler underside.
Uses & Benefits
Ernestia minor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its showy yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ernestia minor has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ernestia minor is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Ernestia minor
Ernestia minor is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Ernestia minor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ernestia minor?
Ernestia minor
What is the common name of Ernestia minor?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Ernestia minor?
Tropical forests
Species in the Ernestia genus
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50172032: Based on the initial data import
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.