Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
argentea
ID:
449466

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heenan & de Lange

Source:
ksu

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 36: 382 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448798

Common Names

  • Silver Myrsine
  • Silver Root
  • Silver Rootstock

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Description

Myrsine argentea (also called Silver Matipo, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It grows up to 2 m tall and has small, leathery, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in open forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine argentea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as a laxative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrsine argentea is a small white or yellowish flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine argentea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Myrsine argentea

Myrsine argentea is native to New Zealand, and is widely cultivated in temperate regions. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Myrsine argentea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine argentea?

Myrsine argentea

What is the common name of Myrsine argentea?

Silver Myrsine

What is the natural habitat of Myrsine argentea?

It is found in moist forests, along streams, and in wet meadows

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

Peter James de Lange (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Lange' in the authors string.
Peter Brian Heenan (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heenan' in the authors string.