Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
taxifolius
ID:
837575

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr.) Rye & Trudgen

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 18: 255 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836910

Common Names

  • Seorsus taxifolius
  • Taxifolius Seorsus
  • Seorsus Taxifolius

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Description

Seorsus taxifolius (also called Seorsus taxifolius, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Seorsus taxifolius is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks to add color and beauty. It is also used in traditional medicine, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Seorsus taxifolius is a yellow-orange color with a tubular shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Seorsus taxifolius is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of bark. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. The plant should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the clump or by seed.

Where to Find Seorsus taxifolius

Seorsus taxifolius is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Seorsus taxifolius FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Seorsus taxifolius?

Seorsus taxifolius is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

What is the flower color of Seorsus taxifolius?

The flowers of Seorsus taxifolius are usually white or yellow.

What is the size of Seorsus taxifolius?

Seorsus taxifolius is a small plant, typically growing to a height of about 15 cm.

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-374217: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Barbara Lynette Rye (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rye' in the authors string.
Malcolm Eric Trudgen (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trudgen' in the authors string.