Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
laurifolia
ID:
1275647

Status:
valid

Authors:
Casar.

Source:
tro

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Nov. Stirp. Bras. 6: 55 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274985

Common Names

  • Myrsine Laurifolia
  • Laurifolia Myrsine
  • Myrsine of Laurifolia

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Description

Myrsine laurifolia (also called 'Laurel-Leaved Myrsine', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Primulaceae family. It is native to temperate Asia, from the Himalayas to Japan, and is found in moist grassland and scrubland habitats. It is an annual herb growing to 0.3–1 m tall, with stems and leaves covered in short, stiff hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine laurifolia is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a groundcover in gardens. It can also be used as a hedge or border plant, and its bright yellow flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myrsine laurifolia has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have short, wide leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine laurifolia is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn, with the plant being divided into several sections and replanted in separate pots. The plant should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Myrsine laurifolia

Myrsine laurifolia is found in the Western Cape of South Africa.

Myrsine laurifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine laurifolia?

Myrsine laurifolia

What is the common name of Myrsine laurifolia?

Laurel-leaved Myrsine

What type of plant is Myrsine laurifolia?

It is an evergreen shrub

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,

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