Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
fischeri
ID:
245525

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Link) Cham. & Schltdl. ex DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 573 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244857

Common Names

  • Fischeri Mitracarpus
  • Filipes Mitracarpus
  • Flagellatus Mitracarpus

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Synonyms

  • Spermacoce adscendens Fisch. ex Link [invalid]
  • Spermacoce fischeri Link [valid]
  • Mitracarpus fischeri Cham. & Schltdl. [unknown]

Description

Mitracarpus fischeri (also called Fischer's 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 fischeri has been used as a traditional medicine for a variety of ailments, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mitracarpus fischeri is a small white or yellowish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, upright stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mitracarpus fischeri 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 fischeri

Mitracarpus fischeri can be found in Colombia and Venezuela.

Mitracarpus fischeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mitracarpus fischeri?

Mitracarpus fischeri

What is the family of Mitracarpus fischeri?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Mitracarpus fischeri?

Fischer's Mitracarpus

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-128727: Based on the initial data import
Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.