Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
minutifolia
ID:
744966

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Knoester, Wijn & Sleumer) Pipoly

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 66: 462 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744299

Common Names

  • Myrsine Minutifolia
  • Small-Leaved Matipo
  • Mountain Matipo

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Description

Myrsine minutifolia (also called Small-leaved myrsine, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows to a height of 2–4 m. It has small, leathery leaves with serrated edges and small white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in coastal forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine minutifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its leaves are edible and can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine minutifolia is a shrub that grows in tropical climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate salt spray.

Where to Find Myrsine minutifolia

Myrsine minutifolia is native to the Caribbean and Central America.

Myrsine minutifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine minutifolia?

Myrsine minutifolia

What is the common name of Myrsine minutifolia?

Minutifolia Myrsine

What is the natural habitat of Myrsine minutifolia?

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

Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.
J. Knoester: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knoester' in the authors string.
M. Wijn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wijn' in the authors string.