Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kunth) McVaugh
Source:
wcs
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 13(4): 757 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248018
Common Names
- Myrcianthes fimbriata
- Myrcianthes fringed
- Myrcianthes fringed myrtle
Description
Myrcianthes fimbriata (also called Fringed 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 fimbriata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Myrcianthes fimbriata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myrcianthes fimbriata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Myrcianthes fimbriata
Myrcianthes fimbriata is found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.
Myrcianthes fimbriata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrcianthes fimbriata?
Myrcianthes fimbriata
What type of plant is Myrcianthes fimbriata?
Myrcianthes fimbriata is a shrub or small tree.
Where is Myrcianthes fimbriata found?
Myrcianthes fimbriata is found in Brazil.
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,