Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
1081013

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ule

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 42(2-3): 236 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001080351

Common Names

  • Marcetia alba
  • White Marcetia
  • White

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Description

Marcetia alba (also called White Marcetia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white or pink flowers and a trunk up to 8 cm in diameter. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in humid forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Marcetia alba is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant to add color and texture to gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Marcetia alba is a white or pinkish color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Where to Find Marcetia alba

Marcetia alba can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Species in the Melastomataceae family

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