Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
maximowiczii
ID:
1268547

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Koidz.) E.Walker

Source:
tro

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 67: 250 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001267885

Common Names

  • Maximowicz's Myrsine
  • Maximowicz's Myrsine
  • Maximowicz's Myrsine

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Description

Myrsine maximowiczii (also called 'Maximowicz's Myrsine' and 'Myrsine', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is native to the Pacific Islands, and is found in a variety of habitats, from lowland rainforest to seasonally dry forest.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine maximowiczii 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 flowers of Myrsine maximowiczii are small and white, with four petals and four sepals. The fruit is a small, black berry, containing several seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine maximowiczii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Myrsine maximowiczii

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

Myrsine maximowiczii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine maximowiczii?

Myrsine maximowiczii

What is the common name of Myrsine maximowiczii?

Maximowicz's myrsine

What is the natural habitat of Myrsine maximowiczii?

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-50229132: Based on the initial data import
Gen-ichi Koidzumi (1883-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koidz.' in the authors string.
Egbert Hamilton Walker (1899-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Walker' in the authors string.