Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
cubana
ID:
449723

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 16: 86 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449055

Common Names

  • Cubana Myrsine
  • Cuban Myrtle
  • Mountain Box

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Synonyms

  • Rapanea punctata (Lam.) Lundell [unknown]
  • Rapanea verae-crucis (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
  • Myrsine verae-crucis Lundell [unknown]
  • Myrsine punctata (Lam.) Stearn [unknown]
  • Myrsine floridana A.DC. [unknown]

Description

Myrsine cubana (also called Cuban Myrsine, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Cuba. It has leathery, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine cubana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can be used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Myrsine cubana are small and white, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine cubana is a small evergreen shrub native to Cuba. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and should be placed in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and lightly covered with soil. Keep the soil moist and warm until germination occurs.

Where to Find Myrsine cubana

Myrsine cubana is native to Cuba, and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Myrsine cubana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine cubana?

Myrsine cubana

What is the common name of Myrsine cubana?

Cuban Myrsine

What is the growth habit of Myrsine cubana?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading, upright habit.

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,