Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
morii
ID:
1249673

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 50(4): 822 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249011

Common Names

  • Microlicia morii
  • Microlicia morii var. morii
  • Microlicia morii var. setuliseta

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Description

Microlicia morii (also called Morii, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Andes of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Microlicia morii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves can also be used as a tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microlicia morii has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlicia morii can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. For stem cuttings, cut a stem just below a node and place it in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Microlicia morii

Microlicia morii is native to Brazil. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Microlicia morii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microlicia morii?

Microlicia morii

What is the family of Microlicia morii?

Melastomataceae

What is the common name of Microlicia morii?

Mori's Microlicia

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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