Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
dependens
ID:
449718

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Spreng.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 1: 664 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449050

Common Names

  • Dependens Myrsine
  • Dependent Myrtle
  • Mountain Box

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Synonyms

  • Rapanea dependens (Ruiz & Pav.) Mez [unknown]
  • Manglilla dependens (Ruiz & Pav.) Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Myrsine pittieri (Mez) Lundell [unknown]
  • Caballeria dependens Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Caballeria myrtifolia Ruiz & Pav. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Rapanea pittieri Mez [unknown]
  • Myrsine ciliata Kunth [unknown]
  • Rapanea peruviana Lundell [unknown]
  • Myrsine myrtoides Hook. [unknown]
  • Rapanea ciliata pentandra Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Rapanea myrtoides (Hook.) Mez [unknown]
  • Rapanea pittieri chirripoensis Suess. [unknown]
  • Rapanea dependens ciliata (Kunth) Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Samara myrtifolia Willd. ex Schult. [unknown]
  • Rapanea ciliata (Kunth) Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Myrsine tetrandra Willd. ex Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Myrsine myrtifolia (Willd.) A.DC. [unknown]
  • Rapanea dependens pentandra Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Rapanea dependens myrtoides (Hook.) Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Myrsine dependens (also called Dependent Myrsine, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It grows in alpine and subalpine habitats, such as rocky outcrops and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine dependens 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 dependens are white and have four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine dependens is a small evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. 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 dependens

Myrsine dependens is native to South Africa, and is widely cultivated in temperate regions. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Myrsine dependens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine dependens?

Myrsine dependens

What is the common name of Myrsine dependens?

Dependent myrsine

What is the native range of Myrsine dependens?

India

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 kew-2503209: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.