Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
parvula
ID:
449638

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mez) Otegui

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Candollea 53: 152 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448970

Common Names

  • Myrsine parvula
  • Myrsine
  • Parvula

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Synonyms

  • Rapanea parvula Mez [unknown]
  • Rapanea lorentziana Mez [unknown]
  • Rapanea megapotamica Mez [unknown]
  • Myrsine lorentziana (Mez) Arechav. [unknown]
  • Rapanea lorentziana intermedia Hassl. [unknown]

Description

Myrsine parvula (also called Dwarf Myrsine, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It grows up to 4 m in height and has oval-shaped leaves with pointed tips. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine parvula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for drought and is a low maintenance plant. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating colds, coughs, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine parvula is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Myrsine parvula

Myrsine parvula can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Myrsine parvula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine parvula?

Myrsine parvula

What is the family of Myrsine parvula?

Myrsinaceae

What is the common name of Myrsine parvula?

Parvula Myrsine

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 kew-2503034: Based on the initial data import
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
Marisa Otegui: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Otegui' in the authors string.