Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rotundata
ID:
448868

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm. & Maguire) Parra-Os.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 54(4): 325. 2003 [2002 publ. 2003]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448200

Common Names

  • Round-leaved Morella
  • Morella rotundata

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Description

Morella rotundata (also called Round-leaved morella, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Myricaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Andaman Islands, India, and is found in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Morella rotundata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a ground cover in areas with poor soil. It has a high tolerance for drought and salt, making it an ideal plant for coastal areas. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Morella rotundata has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have round, toothed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morella rotundata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Morella rotundata

Morella rotundata can be found in Australia and New Zealand.

Morella rotundata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morella rotundata?

Morella rotundata

What is the common name of Morella rotundata?

Round-leaved Morella

Where is Morella rotundata native to?

Australia

Species in the Myricaceae family

Canacomyrica monticola, Cerothamnus pumilus, Comptonia peregrina, Morella rotundata, Morella pubescens, Morella funckii, Morella parvifolia, Morella pilulifera, Morella interrupta, Morella diversifolia, Morella salicifolia, Morella holdridgeana, Myrica shaferi, Myrica serrata, Myrica dentulata, Myrica faya, Myrica cerifera, Myrica caroliniensis, Myrica gale, Myrica funckii, Myrica californica, Myrica parvifolia, Myrica rotundata, Myrica pubescens, Myrica pilulifera, Myrica picardae, Myrica javanica, Myrica lindeniana, Myrica arborea, Myrica punctata, Myrica spathulata, Myrica faya, Myrica hartwegii, Myrica heterophylla, Myrica holdrigeana, Myrica inodora, Myrica pavonis, Myrica brevifolia, Myrica cordifolia, Myrica diversifolia, Myrica humilis, Myrica integra, Myrica kraussiana, Myrica quercifolia, Myrica pringlei, Myrica phanerodonta, Myrica salicifolia, Myrica rubra, Myrica kandtiana, Myrica pensylvanica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2501812: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
Carlos Alberto Parra-Osorio (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parra-Os.' in the authors string.