Myrica singularis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
singularis
ID:
1259851
Status:
valid
Authors:
Parra-Os.
Source:
tro
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Caldasia 21: 5 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259189
Common Names
- Myrica
- Bayberry
- Candleberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myrica singularis (also called Single-flowered Bayberry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myricaceae. It is native to Brazil, where it is found in the Atlantic Forest. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Myrica singularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and ability to tolerate low light levels.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myrica singularis has small, white and yellow flowers that are fragrant and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myrica singularis is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from both seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Myrica singularis
Myrica singularis can be found in the southeastern United States.
Myrica singularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrica singularis?
Myrica singularis
What type of plant is Myrica singularis?
Herb
Where is Myrica singularis commonly found?
South America
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
Carlos Alberto Parra-Osorio (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parra-Os.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1007917-1: Based on the initial data import