Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
1248983

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
tro

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 16: 87 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248321

Common Names

  • Myrsine
  • Parvifolia
  • Myrsine

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Description

Myrsine parvifolia (also called Small-leaf Myrsine, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit and small, dark green leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean, and is found in scrub, maquis, and garrigue.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as an edible plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myrsine parvifolia has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine parvifolia is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Myrsine parvifolia

Myrsine parvifolia can be found in Mexico.

Myrsine parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine parvifolia?

Myrsine parvifolia

What is the common name of Myrsine parvifolia?

Small-leaved Myrsine

What is the natural habitat of Myrsine parvifolia?

Found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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,