Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
albiflora
ID:
1547406

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Naudin) Versiane & R.Romero

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 197(1): 52. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000027984

Common Names

  • Microlicia Albiflora
  • Albiflora Microlicia
  • Albiflora

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Description

Microlicia albiflora (also called White-flowered Microlicia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree, up to 8 m tall, with a straight trunk and a dense, rounded crown. It is native to Brazil and is found in the Atlantic Forest biome, in moist and wet forests, from sea level up to 1,000 m altitude.

Uses & Benefits

Microlicia albiflora is used as an ornamental plant and for timber and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microlicia albiflora is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlicia albiflora is a slow-growing shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. When propagating from seeds, it is best to sow them in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to use semi-hardwood cuttings taken from the current season's growth. These should be placed in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Microlicia albiflora

Microlicia albiflora is found in South America.

Microlicia albiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microlicia albiflora?

Microlicia albiflora

What is the natural habitat of Microlicia albiflora?

Tropical rainforests

What are the uses of Microlicia albiflora?

The leaves of Microlicia albiflora are used for medicinal purposes

Species in the Microlicia genus

Microlicia bahiensis, Microlicia carrasci, Microlicia cipoana, Microlicia curralensis, Microlicia damazioi, Microlicia edmundoi, Microlicia minima, Microlicia sickii, Microlicia souzae-limae, Microlicia sublaevis, Microlicia suborbicularifolia, Microlicia trembleyaeformis, Microlicia warmingiana, Microlicia plumosa, Microlicia catolensis, Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa, Microlicia hirticalyx, Microlicia flavovirens, Microlicia contasensis, Microlicia fasciculata, Microlicia graveolens, Microlicia acuminata, Microlicia agrestis, Microlicia amblysepala, Microlicia amplexicaulis, Microlicia arenariaefolia, Microlicia balsamifera, Microlicia blanchetiana, Microlicia canastrensis, Microlicia cardiophora, Microlicia cordata, Microlicia crebropunctata, Microlicia crenulata, Microlicia cryptandra, Microlicia cuspidifolia, Microlicia denudata, Microlicia doryphylla, Microlicia elegans, Microlicia euphorbioides, Microlicia formosa, Microlicia fulva, Microlicia glandulifera, Microlicia glazioviana, Microlicia helvola, Microlicia hirsutissima, Microlicia humilis, Microlicia inquinans, Microlicia insignis, Microlicia isophylla, Microlicia jungermannioides,

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,