Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
microphylla
ID:
669195

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Perkins) Cavaco

Source:
cmp

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 12: 228 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668527

Common Names

  • Microphylla Ephippiandra
  • Ephippiandra microphylla
  • Small-Leaved Star Grass

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Synonyms

  • Tambourissa microphylla Perkins [unknown]

Description

Ephippiandra microphylla (also called Small-Leaved Ephippiandra, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Madagascar. It has small, white flowers and narrow, pointed leaves. It is found in heathlands, woodlands, and wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ephippiandra microphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ephippiandra microphylla is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black drupe. The seedlings have a single, oval leaf with a serrated margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ephippiandra microphylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and requires regular watering.

Where to Find Ephippiandra microphylla

Ephippiandra microphylla can be found in Madagascar.

Ephippiandra microphylla FAQ

What is the common name of Ephippiandra microphylla?

Small-leaved star-grass

What are the flower colors of Ephippiandra microphylla?

Yellow

What is the natural habitat of Ephippiandra microphylla?

Grassland and open woodland

Species in the Monimiaceae family

Austromatthaea elegans, Carnegieodoxa eximia, Decarydendron helenae, Decarydendron lamii, Decarydendron perrieri, Decarydendron ranomafanense, Ephippiandra domatiata, Ephippiandra madagascariensis, Ephippiandra masoalensis, Ephippiandra microphylla, Ephippiandra myrtoidea, Ephippiandra perrieri, Ephippiandra tsaratanensis, Faika villosa, Grazielanthus arkeocarpus, Hedycarya alternifolia, Hedycarya angustifolia, Hedycarya aragoensis, Hedycarya arborea, Hedycarya badaunii, Hedycarya chrysophylla, Hedycarya cupulata, Hedycarya denticulata, Hedycarya dorstenioides, Hedycarya engleriana, Hedycarya erythrocarpa, Hedycarya loxocarya, Hedycarya neoebudica, Hedycarya parvifolia, Hedycarya perbracteolata, Hedycarya rivularis, Hedycarya symplocoides, Hedycarya baudouinii, Hemmantia webbii, Hennecartia omphalandra, Hortonia floribunda, Hortonia ovalifolia, Hortonia angustifolia, Kairoa suberosa, Kairoa endressiana, Kairoa villosa, Kairoa cromeana, Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2789896: Based on the initial data import
Janet Russell Perkins (1835-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perkins' in the authors string.
Alberto Judice Leote Cavaco (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cavaco' in the authors string.