Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ibarrae
ID:
248776

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 2: 213 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248108

Common Names

  • Myrciaria ibarrae
  • Ibarrae Myrciaria
  • Myrciaria Ibarrae

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Description

Myrciaria ibarrae (also called Ibarra's guava, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, with a rounded crown and a height of up to 5 meters. It is native to Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Myrciaria ibarrae is used as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and as a source of food and medicine. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and can be used to treat fever, diarrhea, and other digestive problems. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and other preserves.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrciaria ibarrae is small, white and fragrant. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrciaria ibarrae can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a potting mix with a high organic content. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Myrciaria ibarrae

Myrciaria ibarrae is native to Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Myrciaria ibarrae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrciaria ibarrae?

Myrciaria ibarrae

What is the common name of Myrciaria ibarrae?

Ibarra guava

What is the natural habitat of Myrciaria ibarrae?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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,

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