Myrica microbracteata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microbracteata
ID:
1249615
Status:
valid
Authors:
Weim.
Source:
tro
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 1934: 87 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248953
Common Names
- Myrica microbracteata
- Myrica microbracteata var. microbracteata
- Myrica microbracteata var. setuliseta
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myrica microbracteata (also called small-bracted bayberry, among many other common names) is a shrub, native to the eastern United States. It has an erect habit, with alternate, obovate leaves. It is found in wet forests, from 0 to 1000 meters above sea level.
Uses & Benefits
Myrica microbracteata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves can also be used as a tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myrica microbracteata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myrica microbracteata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, this plant is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Myrica microbracteata
Myrica microbracteata can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Myrica microbracteata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrica microbracteata?
Myrica microbracteata
What is the common name of Myrica microbracteata?
Small-bracted Bayberry
Where is Myrica microbracteata native to?
East Asia
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
August Henning Weimarck (1903-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weim.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:585560-1: Based on the initial data import