Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
coquimbensis
ID:
248676

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barnéoud) Landrum & Grifo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 40: 290 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248008

Common Names

  • Myrcianthes coquimbensis
  • Myrcianthes Coquimbo's myrtle
  • Myrcianthes Coquimbo's myrtle

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Description

Myrcianthes coquimbensis (also called Coquimbo Myrcia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching a height of 3–4 m. It is native to Chile, and is found in the Mediterranean forests, woodlands, and scrub biome. It is found in humid montane forests, at elevations of 500–1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Myrcianthes coquimbensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a flavoring for food and beverages and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, fragrant flowers. Seed: Small, black, oval-shaped seeds. Seedlings: Young seedlings are green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrcianthes coquimbensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Myrcianthes coquimbensis

Myrcianthes coquimbensis can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Myrcianthes coquimbensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrcianthes coquimbensis?

Myrcianthes coquimbensis

What are the common names of Myrcianthes coquimbensis?

Cherry guava, wild guava, cambuca

What is the natural habitat of Myrcianthes coquimbensis?

Myrcianthes coquimbensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

Species in the Myrcianthes genus

Myrcianthes borealis, Myrcianthes bradeana, Myrcianthes callicoma, Myrcianthes cavalcantei, Myrcianthes cisplatensis, Myrcianthes coquimbensis, Myrcianthes crebrifolia, Myrcianthes discolor, Myrcianthes esnardiana, Myrcianthes ferreyrae, Myrcianthes fimbriata, Myrcianthes fragrans, Myrcianthes gigantea, Myrcianthes hallii, Myrcianthes indifferens, Myrcianthes karsteniana, Myrcianthes lanosa, Myrcianthes leucoxyla, Myrcianthes lindleyana, Myrcianthes mato, Myrcianthes minimifolia, Myrcianthes myrsinoides, Myrcianthes oreophila, Myrcianthes orthostemon, Myrcianthes osteomeloides, Myrcianthes pedersenii, Myrcianthes prodigiosa, Myrcianthes pseudomato, Myrcianthes pungens, Myrcianthes quinqueloba, Myrcianthes rhopaloides, Myrcianthes sessilis, Myrcianthes storkii, Myrcianthes monteucalyptoides, Myrcianthes fajardensis, Myrcianthes riparia, Myrcianthes sanctae-martae, Myrcianthes roncesvallensis, Myrcianthes rubra, Myrcianthes cisplatensis, Myrcianthes alaternifolia,

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-131732: Based on the initial data import
François Marius Barnéoud (b.1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barnéoud' in the authors string.
Leslie R. Landrum (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Landrum' in the authors string.
F.T. Grifo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grifo' in the authors string.