Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
myrtifolia
ID:
1258719

Status:
valid

Authors:
Naudin

Source:
tro

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 12: 245 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258057

Common Names

  • Microlicia myrtifolia
  • Myrtifolia Microlicia
  • Myrtifolia Microlicia Plant

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Description

Microlicia myrtifolia (also called myrtle-leaved microlicia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has small, white flowers and small, needle-like leaves. It is found in dry, open woodlands and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Microlicia myrtifolia is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and bright white flowers. It is also used as a hedge plant or as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microlicia myrtifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlicia myrtifolia is a perennial shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Microlicia myrtifolia

Microlicia myrtifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil.

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,