Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myrtoides
ID:
347908

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 26: 7 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000347240

Common Names

  • Bobea Myrtoides
  • Myrtoides Bobea
  • Myrtle-Leaved Bobea

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Synonyms

  • Matthiola myrtoides (F.Muell.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Antirhea myrtoides (F.Muell.) F.M.Bailey [valid]
  • Guettarda myrtoides F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Bobea myrtoides (also called Myrtle Beach Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a short rhizome and a tuft of leaves. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in moist habitats such as meadows, marshes, and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Bobea myrtoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bobea myrtoides is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, oblong nut. The seedlings are small, green, and have long petioles.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bobea myrtoides is a perennial shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It is an evergreen plant that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seedbed. Division should be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Bobea myrtoides

Bobea myrtoides can be found in the eastern United States, from Maine to Florida and west to Minnesota and Texas.

Bobea myrtoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bobea myrtoides?

Bobea myrtoides

What is the common name of Bobea myrtoides?

Myrtle-leaved Bobea

What is the habitat of Bobea myrtoides?

Dry, rocky slopes and woodlands

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22713: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.