Eumachia microdon - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Delprete & J.H.Kirkbr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 9: 77 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345270
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eumachia microdon (also called 'Microdon Eumachia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Ecuador. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, in moist and dry deciduous forests, and in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Eumachia microdon is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its small, colorful flowers. It is used in terrariums, window boxes, and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eumachia microdon is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eumachia microdon is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Germination usually takes place within 1-2 months at 15°C.
Where to Find Eumachia microdon
Eumachia microdon is found in the Chihuahuan Desert of the United States and Mexico.
Eumachia microdon FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eumachia microdon?
Eumachia microdon
What is the common name of Eumachia microdon?
No common name
Where is Eumachia microdon found?
It is found in Brazil
Species in the Eumachia genus
Eumachia carnea, Eumachia chaenotricha, Eumachia cymuligera, Eumachia depauperata, Eumachia inaequifolia, Eumachia albert-smithii, Eumachia astrellantha, Eumachia boliviana, Eumachia cephalantha, Eumachia deinocalyx, Eumachia guianensis, Eumachia kappleri, Eumachia microdon, Eumachia nana, Eumachia pallidinervia, Eumachia paupertina, Eumachia podocephala, Eumachia wilhelminensis, Eumachia abrupta, Eumachia acuifolia, Eumachia coffeosperma, Eumachia collina, Eumachia forsteriana, Eumachia gossweileri, Eumachia hassleriana, Eumachia horsfieldiana, Eumachia huallagae, Eumachia impatiens, Eumachia insidens, Eumachia lepiniana, Eumachia lophoclada, Eumachia lyciiflora, Eumachia membranacea, Eumachia membranifolia, Eumachia merrilliana, Eumachia nutans, Eumachia obanensis, Eumachia oncocarpa, Eumachia poggei, Eumachia rotundifolia, Eumachia schmielei, Eumachia sciadephora, Eumachia viridicalyx, Eumachia wildemaniana, Eumachia agustinae, Eumachia amoena, Eumachia aneityensis, Eumachia archboldiana, Eumachia balabacensis, Eumachia chlorocalyx,
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
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Joseph Harold Kirkbride (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Kirkbr.' in the authors string.
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77154321-1: Based on the initial data import