Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
hadrocarpa
ID:
1413083

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) Ricketson & Pipoly

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Novon 22(4): 471. 2013 [18 Oct 2013]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425548

Common Names

  • Myrsine hadrocarpa
  • Hadrocarpa Myrsine
  • Myrsine Hadrocarpa

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Description

Myrsine hadrocarpa (also called Hadrocarpa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a maximum height of 1.5 meters. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine hadrocarpa is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It is also known to attract beneficial insects and birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrsine hadrocarpa is small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine hadrocarpa is a small evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in early spring or late summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, this plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Myrsine hadrocarpa

Myrsine hadrocarpa is native to the Caribbean, but can also be found in parts of Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Myrsine hadrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine hadrocarpa?

Myrsine hadrocarpa

What is the common name of Myrsine hadrocarpa?

Hard-fruited Myrsine

What is the natural habitat of Myrsine hadrocarpa?

Tropical rainforests

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

Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.
Jon M. Ricketson (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ricketson' in the authors string.