Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
carolinensis
ID:
1268475

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mez) Fosberg & Sachet

Source:
tro

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot. 45: 17 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001267813

Common Names

  • Carolina Myrsine
  • Carolina Myrsine
  • Carolina Myrsine

Searching for Myrsine carolinensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Myrsine carolinensis (also called Carolina Myrsine, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Primulaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall and is native to the southeastern United States. It is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine carolinensis is used as an ornamental plant and is a popular choice for gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as headaches, insomnia, and anxiety.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrsine carolinensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

Searching for Myrsine carolinensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine carolinensis is a shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Myrsine carolinensis

Myrsine carolinensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Myrsine carolinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine carolinensis?

Myrsine carolinensis

What is the common name of Myrsine carolinensis?

Carolina myrsine

What is the natural habitat of Myrsine carolinensis?

Mountain forests, shrublands, and grasslands

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50228915: Based on the initial data import
Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.
Marie-Hélène Sachet (1922-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sachet' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.