Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
discolor
ID:
248680

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 13(4): 754 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248012

Common Names

  • Myrcianthes discolor
  • Myrcianthes two-colored
  • Myrcianthes two-colored myrtle

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Description

Myrcianthes discolor (also called Discolored Myrcia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching a height of 3–4 m. It is native to Brazil, and is found in the Atlantic Forest biome. It is found in humid montane forests, at elevations of 500–1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Myrcianthes discolor 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

The flower of Myrcianthes discolor is white, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is small and round, with a black color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrcianthes discolor 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 discolor

Myrcianthes discolor is found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Myrcianthes discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrcianthes discolor?

Myrcianthes discolor

What is the common name of Myrcianthes discolor?

Myrcianthes

What is the family of Myrcianthes discolor?

Myrtaceae

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-131736: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.