Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
myriophyllus
ID:
811446

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Casar.) P.O.Morais & Sobral

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Lundiana 1: 5 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810780

Common Names

  • Blepharocalyx myriophyllus
  • B. myriophyllus
  • B. myriophyllus

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Description

Blepharocalyx myriophyllus (also called Myriophyllus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small shrub with white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Blepharocalyx myriophyllus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used in landscaping and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blepharocalyx myriophyllus is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blepharocalyx myriophyllus is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Blepharocalyx myriophyllus

Blepharocalyx myriophyllus is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest of the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, and Minas Gerais.

Blepharocalyx myriophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blepharocalyx myriophyllus?

Blepharocalyx myriophyllus

What are the common names of Blepharocalyx myriophyllus?

Brazilian Water Willow, Myriophyllum

What is the growth habit of Blepharocalyx myriophyllus?

It is an evergreen shrub with long, narrow leaves and small white flowers

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-349020: Based on the initial data import
Giovanni Casaretto (1810-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Casar.' in the authors string.
Marcos Sobral (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sobral' in the authors string.
Patrícia Oliveira Morais (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O.Morais' in the authors string.