Status:
valid
Authors:
(Verdc. & Polhill) Christenh. & Byng
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.254861111. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428303
Description
Myrica chimanimaniana (also called Chimanimani myrtle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in wet forests and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Myrica chimanimaniana is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Myrica chimanimaniana is a small, white or yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myrica chimanimaniana is propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and require regular watering.
Where to Find Myrica chimanimaniana
Myrica chimanimaniana can be found in Africa.
Myrica chimanimaniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrica chimanimaniana?
Myrica chimanimaniana
What is the family of Myrica chimanimaniana?
Myricaceae
What is the common name of Myrica chimanimaniana?
Chimanimani Myrica
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,
References
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.