Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
ciliatoglandulosa
ID:
163042

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Romero

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 61(suppl.): S16 (S15-18; fig. (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162371

Common Names

  • Ciliate Glandular Microlicia
  • Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa
  • Microlicia

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Description

Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa (also called 'Ciliate-Glandular Microlicia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with large, glossy green leaves and white flowers. It is native to Brazil, and is found in moist, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including the treatment of fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa

Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Brazilian states of Bahia and Espírito Santo.

Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa?

Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa

What is the common name of Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa?

Ciliate-glandular microlicia

What are the natural habitats of Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,

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