Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
turquinensis
ID:
449676

Status:
valid

Authors:
Panfet

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Fontqueria 42: 137 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449008

Common Names

  • Turquinensis Myrsine
  • Tropical Myrtle
  • Mountain Box

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Description

Myrsine turquinensis (also called Turquoise Myrsine, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Marquesas Islands. It has small, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical habitats, such as forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Myrsine turquinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can be used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Myrsine turquinensis are white and have four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrsine turquinensis is a small shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is native to New Zealand and is found in lowland forests and scrubland. It is an evergreen shrub with small, glossy leaves. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Myrsine turquinensis

Myrsine turquinensis is native to India, and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Myrsine turquinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrsine turquinensis?

Myrsine turquinensis

What is the common name of Myrsine turquinensis?

Turquoise Myrsine

What type of plant is Myrsine turquinensis?

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,

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,