Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
brevis
ID:
245510

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum. & R.E.Fr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Regiae Soc. Sci. Upsal. , ser. 4, 1(1): 100 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244842

Common Names

  • Brevis Mitracarpus
  • Christii Mitracarpus
  • Crassifolius Mitracarpus

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Description

Mitracarpus brevis (also called Short Mitracarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters in height. It is native to Brazil, and is found in moist forests, wet limestone forests, and wet limestone savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Mitracarpus brevis is used as an ornamental plant, for ground cover, and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mitracarpus brevis is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mitracarpus brevis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist to wet soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Mitracarpus brevis

Mitracarpus brevis can be found in Colombia and Venezuela.

Mitracarpus brevis FAQ

What is the common name of Mitracarpus brevis?

Short Mitracarpus

What is the natural habitat of Mitracarpus brevis?

Tropical forests

What is the average height of Mitracarpus brevis?

2-3 feet

Species in the Mitracarpus genus

Mitracarpus acunae, Mitracarpus anthospermoides, Mitracarpus bahorucanus, Mitracarpus baturitensis, Mitracarpus brachystigma, Mitracarpus brasiliensis, Mitracarpus breviflorus, Mitracarpus brevis, Mitracarpus christii, Mitracarpus decumbens, Mitracarpus depauperatus, Mitracarpus eichleri, Mitracarpus eritrichoides, Mitracarpus filipes, Mitracarpus fischeri, Mitracarpus flagellatus, Mitracarpus fortunii, Mitracarpus frigidus, Mitracarpus glabrescens, Mitracarpus haitiensis, Mitracarpus hasslerianus, Mitracarpus hirtus, Mitracarpus laeteviridis, Mitracarpus lhotzkianus, Mitracarpus linearifolius, Mitracarpus linearis, Mitracarpus maxwelliae, Mitracarpus megapotamicus, Mitracarpus microspermus, Mitracarpus parvulus, Mitracarpus polycladus, Mitracarpus portoricensis, Mitracarpus pusillus, Mitracarpus recurvatus, Mitracarpus rigidifolius, Mitracarpus rizzinianus, Mitracarpus sagranus, Mitracarpus salzmannianus, Mitracarpus scaberulus, Mitracarpus schizangius, Mitracarpus squarrosus, Mitracarpus steyermarkii, Mitracarpus tenuis, Mitracarpus longicalyx, Mitracarpus bicrucis, Mitracarpus aristatus, Mitracarpus capitatus, Mitracarpus carnosus, Mitracarpus falcatus, Mitracarpus floribundus,

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-128713: Based on the initial data import
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.