Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
acutiloba
ID:
1326360

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mez) Ricketson & Pipoly

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Novon 22: 469 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338814

Common Names

  • Sharp-Leaf Myrsine
  • Mountain Box
  • Kapuka

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Description

Myrsine acutiloba (also called sharp-leaved myrsine, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree up to 8 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in evergreen forests, usually on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine acutiloba is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak, and its wood is used for fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myrsine acutiloba has small white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine acutiloba is a species of shrub native to Madagascar. It can be cultivated in warm, humid climates with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed. The plant should be kept moist but not wet, and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Myrsine acutiloba

Myrsine acutiloba is native to South America and can be found in the tropical forests of the Amazon basin.

Myrsine acutiloba FAQ

What is the common name of Myrsine acutiloba?

Sharp-leaved myrsine

What is the optimal light for Myrsine acutiloba?

Bright, indirect light

What is the optimal temperature for Myrsine acutiloba?

65-75°F

Species in the Myrsine genus

Myrsine villicaulis, Myrsine wrayi, Myrsine vaccinioides, Myrsine andersonii, Myrsine amorosoana, Myrsine africana, Myrsine adamsonii, Myrsine andina, Myrsine angusta, Myrsine argentea, Myrsine arenaria, Myrsine pedicellata, Myrsine pellucida, Myrsine parvula, Myrsine pellucidopunctata, Myrsine perreticulata, Myrsine pipolyi, Myrsine picturata, Myrsine miquelii, Myrsine minima, Myrsine oreophila, Myrsine oliveri, Myrsine nukuhivensis, Myrsine nubicola, Myrsine nitida, Myrsine naiuensis, Myrsine turquinensis, Myrsine rubiginosa, Myrsine rolletii, Myrsine richmondensis, Myrsine resinosa, Myrsine smithii, Myrsine serpenticola, Myrsine elata, Myrsine dependens, Myrsine cupuliformis, Myrsine cubana, Myrsine mezii, Myrsine cristalensis, Myrsine brownii, Myrsine coriacea, Myrsine loefgrenii, Myrsine maguireana, Myrsine melanophloeos, Myrsine medeciloae, Myrsine matensis, Myrsine maculata, Myrsine macrocarpa, Myrsine hosakae, Myrsine grantii,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
Jon M. Ricketson (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ricketson' in the authors string.