Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
hexapetala
ID:
1547431

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Nunes, D.O.Diniz, Koschn. & M.J.Silva) Versiane & R.Romero

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 197(1): 53. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000028009

Common Names

  • Microlicia hexapetala
  • Six-petaled Microlicia
  • Six-petalled Microlicia

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Description

Microlicia hexapetala (also called Six-petaled Microlicia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil. It grows up to 8 meters tall and has oblong leaves with a glossy upper surface. Its white flowers are about 2 cm in diameter and have six petals. It produces small, black, fleshy fruits. It is found in moist, lowland forests and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Microlicia hexapetala has been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microlicia hexapetala is small, white, and has six petals. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlicia hexapetala can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers a sunny position and regular watering.

Where to Find Microlicia hexapetala

Microlicia hexapetala can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Microlicia hexapetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microlicia hexapetala?

Microlicia hexapetala

What is the natural habitat of Microlicia hexapetala?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Microlicia hexapetala?

Spring and summer

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,