Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
salignifolia
ID:
1238538

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd. ex Schult. & Schult.f.) DC.

Source:
tro

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 8: 103 1844

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237876

Common Names

  • Myrsine Salignifolia
  • Salignifolia Myrsine
  • Willow-leaved Myrsine

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Description

Myrsine salignifolia (also called Willow Myrsine, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Primulaceae family. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests, tropical moist montane forests, and wet premontane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine salignifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate dry conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Myrsine salignifolia are small, white and tubular. They are borne in clusters on the end of a long stem. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine salignifolia is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Myrsine salignifolia

Myrsine salignifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Myrsine salignifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine salignifolia?

Myrsine salignifolia

What is the common name of Myrsine salignifolia?

Willow-Leaved Myrsine

What is the natural habitat of Myrsine salignifolia?

It is found in moist, shady areas in temperate regions

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 tro-50096860: Based on the initial data import
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Julius Hermann Schultes (1804-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.f.' in the authors string.