Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
myrtoidea
ID:
669196

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 9: 278 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668528

Common Names

  • Myrtoidea Ephippiandra
  • Ephippiandra myrtoidea
  • Myrtle-Leaved Star Grass

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Synonyms

  • Mollinedia myrtoidea Baill. [unknown]

Description

Ephippiandra myrtoidea (also called Myrtle-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 myrtoidea 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 myrtoidea 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 smooth margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ephippiandra myrtoidea 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 myrtoidea

Ephippiandra myrtoidea can be found in Madagascar.

Ephippiandra myrtoidea FAQ

What is the common name of Ephippiandra myrtoidea?

Myrtle-leaved star-grass

What are the flower colors of Ephippiandra myrtoidea?

Yellow

What is the natural habitat of Ephippiandra myrtoidea?

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