Myrcianthes gigantea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gigantea
ID:
248692
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Legrand
Source:
wcs
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 9: 300 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248024
Common Names
- Myrcianthes gigantea
- Myrcianthes giant
- Myrcianthes giant myrtle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myrcianthes gigantea (also called Giant myrcianthes, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical America, from Mexico to Argentina. It grows in open forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas, in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Myrcianthes gigantea 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 gigantea 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myrcianthes gigantea 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 gigantea
Myrcianthes gigantea is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America.
Myrcianthes gigantea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrcianthes gigantea?
Myrcianthes gigantea
What type of plant is Myrcianthes gigantea?
Myrcianthes gigantea is a shrub or small tree.
Where is Myrcianthes gigantea found?
Myrcianthes gigantea 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-131747: Based on the initial data import
C. Diego Legrand (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Legrand' in the authors string.