Species:
pellucidopunctata
Status:
valid
Authors:
Oerst.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn 1861: 133 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448973
Common Names
- Myrsine pellucidopunctata
- Myrsine
- Pellucidopunctata
Synonyms
- Rapanea pellucidopunctata (Oerst.) Mez [unknown]
- Myrsine sytsmae Lundell [unknown]
- Rapanea panamensis Lundell [unknown]
- Rapanea sytsmae (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
Description
Myrsine pellucidopunctata (also called Pellucid-punctate 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 pellucidopunctata 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 pellucidopunctata are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are usually green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myrsine pellucidopunctata 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 pellucidopunctata
Myrsine pellucidopunctata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Myrsine pellucidopunctata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrsine pellucidopunctata?
Myrsine pellucidopunctata
What is the common name of Myrsine pellucidopunctata?
Pellucid-punctate Myrsine
What type of plant is Myrsine pellucidopunctata?
Evergreen shrub
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,
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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,