Manisuris myurus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1771
Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. 2: 300 (1771)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878857
Common Names
- Myurus Manisuris
- Myurian Manisuris
- Myurian Manisuris Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Manisuris myurus (also called 'Tail Manisuris' and 'Tail Manisuris', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Manisuris myurus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful yellow flower which is attractive to bees and butterflies. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, cold, and indigestion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Manisuris myurus are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Manisuris myurus is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light for best results.
Where to Find Manisuris myurus
Manisuris myurus can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
Manisuris myurus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Manisuris myurus?
Manisuris myurus
What type of plant is Manisuris myurus?
It is a shrub
Where is Manisuris myurus found?
It is found in tropical South America
Species in the Manisuris genus
Species in the Poaceae family
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References
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:407779-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].