Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
215878

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Shinners) Terrell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 31: 425 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215207

Common Names

  • Houstonia micrantha
  • Micrantha Houstonia
  • Houstonia Micrantha

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Synonyms

  • Hedyotis australis W.H.Lewis & Dw.Moore [valid]
  • Hedyotis crassifolia micrantha Shinners [valid]

Description

Houstonia micrantha (also called Small Bluets, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white, four-petaled flowers and grows in dry, sandy, or rocky soils. It is found in open woods, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Houstonia micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscapes. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Houstonia micrantha is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Houstonia micrantha can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for best results.

Where to Find Houstonia micrantha

Houstonia micrantha is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Houstonia micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Houstonia micrantha?

Houstonia micrantha

What is the common name of Houstonia micrantha?

Small-flowered bluet

What is the natural habitat of Houstonia micrantha?

It is found in dry, rocky, open woods, prairies, and roadsides

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

Lloyd Herbert Shinners (1918-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shinners' in the authors string.
Edward E. Terrell (1923-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Terrell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:124300-2: Based on the initial data import