Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cerifera
ID:
448050

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1024 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447382

Common Names

  • Carnauba Nutmeg
  • Cerifera Nutmeg
  • Myrica cerifera

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Synonyms

  • Lacistema alterum Spreng. [valid]
  • Lacistema berteroanum Schult. [valid]
  • Myrica verrucosa Raf. [unknown]
  • Myrica xalapensis Kunth [unknown]
  • Myrica domingana C.DC. [unknown]
  • Myrica microstachya Krug & Urb. [unknown]
  • Myrica microcarpa Benth. [unknown]
  • Myrica reticulata Krug & Urb. [unknown]
  • Myrica mexicana Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd. [unknown]
  • Myrica pusilla Raf. [unknown]
  • Myrica jamaicensis R.A.Howard & Proctor [unknown]
  • Myrica altera C.DC. [unknown]
  • Myrica apiculata Urb. & Ekman [unknown]
  • Morella cerifera (L.) Small [unknown]
  • Morella pumila Small [unknown]
  • Myrica mexicana subglabra A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Myrica mexicana fastuosa A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Cerophora angustifolia Raf. [unknown]
  • Cerophora inodora Raf. [unknown]
  • Cerophora lanceolata Raf. [unknown]
  • Cerophora spicans Raf. [unknown]
  • Cerothamnus ceriferus (L.) Small [unknown]
  • Myrica cerifera pumila Michx. [unknown]
  • Myrica cerifera arborescens Castigl. [unknown]
  • Pimecaria odorata Raf. [unknown]
  • Morella domingana (C.DC.) Carlquist [unknown]
  • Myrica cerifera dubia A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Myrica microcarpa angustifolia C.DC. [unknown]

Description

Myrica cerifera (also called Southern Wax Myrtle, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It grows to a height of 3-4 m and has small, glossy, dark green leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Myrica cerifera is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture, musical instruments, and tools. It is also used as a source of fuel and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrica cerifera is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrica cerifera is a small evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Myrica cerifera

Myrica cerifera is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Myrica cerifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrica cerifera?

Myrica cerifera

What are the common names of Myrica cerifera?

Bayberry, Wax Myrtle

What is the natural habitat of Myrica cerifera?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Myrica genus

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, Myrica adenophora, Myrica esculenta, Myrica nana, Myrica microbracteata, Myrica singularis, Myrica chimanimaniana, Myrica chevalieri,

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,