Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
fragrans
ID:
248688

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 29: 485 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248020

Common Names

  • Myrcianthes fragrans
  • Myrcianthes fragrant
  • Myrcianthes fragrant myrtle

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Synonyms

  • Myrtus fragrans Sw. [conserved]
  • Myrtus guayabillo C.Wright [unknown]
  • Eugenia triflora Sessé & Moc. [illegitimate]
  • Eugenia compressa DC. [unknown]
  • Amyrsia compressa (Kunth) Kausel [unknown]
  • Myrcianthes fragrans fragrans [unknown]
  • Myrtus guayabillo (A.Rich.) Wright, Charles [deprecated]
  • Myrcia heteroclita (Tuss.) Nied. [unknown]

Description

Myrcianthes fragrans (also called Guavaberry, Spanish Stopper, or Rumberry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is a shrub or small tree, usually growing to a height of 3–6 m (10–20 ft). It has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers that are followed by red or yellow fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Myrcianthes fragrans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in the production of essential oils and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrcianthes fragrans 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 fragrans is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It 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 moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Myrcianthes fragrans

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

Myrcianthes fragrans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrcianthes fragrans?

Myrcianthes fragrans

What type of plant is Myrcianthes fragrans?

Myrcianthes fragrans is a shrub or small tree.

Where is Myrcianthes fragrans found?

Myrcianthes fragrans 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-131743: Based on the initial data import
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.