Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
modesta
ID:
751078

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mez) Ricketson & Pipoly

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 4: 630 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750411

Common Names

  • Myrsine modesta
  • Myrsine semiserrata
  • Myrsine umbellata

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Description

Myrsine modesta (also called Modest Myrsine, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has small white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine modesta is a species of shrub native to Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Myrsine modesta sub. coriaria (M.Schmid) Ricketson & Pipoly
Myrsine modesta sub. tiebaghiensis (M.Schmid) Ricketson & Pipoly

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myrsine modesta has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine modesta is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Myrsine modesta

Myrsine modesta can be found in the rainforests of New Guinea.

Myrsine modesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine modesta?

Myrsine modesta

What is the common name of Myrsine modesta?

Mountain myrtle

What type of climate does Myrsine modesta prefer?

Cool, alpine climate

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

John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
Jon M. Ricketson (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ricketson' in the authors string.