Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myriantha
ID:
948636

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) C.M.Taylor & Hammel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 490 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000947974

Common Names

  • Elaeagia myriantha
  • Myriantha
  • Elaeagia

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Description

Elaeagia myriantha (also called Elaeagia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central America. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is characterized by its small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeagia myriantha is a species of shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elaeagia myriantha is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeagia myriantha is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Elaeagia myriantha

Elaeagia myriantha can be found in Colombia and Venezuela.

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-66326: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Barry Edward Hammel (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hammel' in the authors string.