Microconomorpha jelskii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jelskii
ID:
1086427
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mez) Lundell
Source:
tro
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Wrightia 5: 349 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001085765
Common Names
- Microconomorpha jelskii
- Jelskii Microconomorpha
- Jelskii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microconomorpha jelskii (also called 'Jelski's Microconomorpha', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Microconomorpha jelskii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Microconomorpha jelskii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microconomorpha jelskii is a shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done through cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining medium. Layering is done by bending a branch of the shrub to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be left in place until it takes root.
Where to Find Microconomorpha jelskii
Microconomorpha jelskii is native to the Hawaiian islands of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, and Lanai.
Species in the Microconomorpha genus
Species in the Primulaceae family
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References
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:160116-2: Based on the initial data import