Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
parvula
ID:
1284158

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Markgr.) Koschn. & A.B.Martins

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Novon 17(4): 474 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283496

Common Names

  • Microlicia parvula
  • Parvula Microlicia
  • Parvula Microlicia

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Description

Microlicia parvula (also called Small Microlicia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 10 cm in height. It has white flowers and is native to South America. It typically grows in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Microlicia parvula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microlicia parvula has small yellow flowers with four petals and a single style. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Microlicia parvula requires full sun to partial shade, moist soil, and regular watering. Propagation can be done through seed or division.

Where to Find Microlicia parvula

Microlicia parvula can be found in the Andes Mountains of Ecuador.

Microlicia parvula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microlicia parvula?

Microlicia parvula

What is the common name of Microlicia parvula?

Parvula's Microlicia

Where is Microlicia parvula found?

Microlicia parvula is found in the Atlantic Forest 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50319726: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Markgraf (1897-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markgr.' in the authors string.
Angela Borges Martins (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.B.Martins' in the authors string.
Cristiana Koschnitzke: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koschn.' in the authors string.