Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
wurdackiana
ID:
1306455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Almeda & A.B.Martins

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67(3): 467 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318909

Common Names

  • Microlicia Wurdackiana
  • Wurdackiana Star
  • Wurdackiana Morning Glory

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Description

Microlicia wurdackiana (also called Microlicia Plant, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It grows in moist, shady areas and has small, oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are white and have a bell-shaped structure.

Uses & Benefits

Microlicia wurdackiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Microlicia wurdackiana are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlicia wurdackiana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -55°C (-67°F). Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Microlicia wurdackiana

Microlicia wurdackiana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Microlicia wurdackiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microlicia wurdackiana?

Microlicia wurdackiana

What is the common name of Microlicia wurdackiana?

Microlicia wurdackiana

What type of plant is Microlicia wurdackiana?

Tree

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

Frank Almeda (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Almeda' in the authors string.
Angela Borges Martins (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.B.Martins' in the authors string.