Status:
valid
Authors:
Naudin
Source:
tro
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 3: 176 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280738
Common Names
- Microlicia Confertiflora
- Confertiflora Microlicia
- Microlicia Tree
Description
Microlicia confertiflora (also called Dense-flowered Microlicia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a prostrate habit and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white in color. It is found in moist, open habitats and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Microlicia confertiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microlicia confertiflora has white, fragrant flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Microlicia confertiflora can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Microlicia confertiflora
Microlicia confertiflora is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Microlicia confertiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microlicia confertiflora?
Microlicia confertiflora
What is the common name of Microlicia confertiflora?
Confertiflora Microlicia
Where is Microlicia confertiflora native to?
The Caribbean
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,