Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myrtifolia
ID:
850530

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 4: 373 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000849865

Common Names

  • Myrtifolia Chomelia
  • Myrtifolia
  • Chomelia Myrtifolia

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Description

Chomelia myrtifolia (also called Myrtle-leaved Chomelia, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Mozambique. It grows in moist and wet habitats, and has long, narrow leaves with pointed tips.

Uses & Benefits

Chomelia myrtifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, and bell-shaped; Seed: small, black, and oval; Seedlings: slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chomelia myrtifolia is a perennial shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Chomelia myrtifolia

Chomelia myrtifolia is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China. It is found in moist, shady areas of forests.

Chomelia myrtifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chomelia myrtifolia?

Chomelia myrtifolia

What type of plant is Chomelia myrtifolia?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Chomelia myrtifolia?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Chomelia genus

Chomelia longituba, Chomelia breedlovei, Chomelia crassifolia, Chomelia kirkbridei, Chomelia albicaulis, Chomelia anisomeris, Chomelia apodantha, Chomelia bahiae, Chomelia barbata, Chomelia barbinervis, Chomelia bella, Chomelia brachypoda, Chomelia brasiliana, Chomelia brevicornu, Chomelia caurensis, Chomelia delascioi, Chomelia ecuadorensis, Chomelia estrellana, Chomelia fasciculata, Chomelia glabricalyx, Chomelia glabriuscula, Chomelia gracilis, Chomelia grandicarpa, Chomelia grandifolia, Chomelia hirsuta, Chomelia intercedens, Chomelia juruensis, Chomelia klugii, Chomelia laxiflora, Chomelia longiflora, Chomelia malaneoides, Chomelia microloba, Chomelia minutiflora, Chomelia modesta, Chomelia monachinoi, Chomelia monantha, Chomelia myrtifolia, Chomelia obtusa, Chomelia occidentalis, Chomelia oligantha, Chomelia paniculata, Chomelia parviflora, Chomelia parvifolia, Chomelia pedunculosa, Chomelia pohliana, Chomelia polyantha, Chomelia pringlei, Chomelia psilocarpa, Chomelia pubescens, Chomelia ramiae,

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,

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