Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
longicalyx
ID:
336944

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.B.Souza & M.F.Sales

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 53(4): 482. 2002 [2001 publ. 2002]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336276

Common Names

  • Mitracarpus Longicalyx
  • Long-Calyx Mitracarpus
  • Mitracarpus Flower

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Description

Mitracarpus longicalyx (also called Mitracarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in tropical moist and wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mitracarpus longicalyx is used for its wood, which is hard and durable, and is used for making furniture, tools, and musical instruments. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach pains.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mitracarpus longicalyx is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, shiny, hard seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mitracarpus longicalyx is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It can tolerate light shade and can be grown in containers. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Mitracarpus longicalyx

Mitracarpus longicalyx is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.

Mitracarpus longicalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mitracarpus longicalyx?

Mitracarpus longicalyx

What is the family of Mitracarpus longicalyx?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Mitracarpus longicalyx?

Long-Calyx 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-216640: Based on the initial data import
Elnatan Bezerra de Souza: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.B.Souza' in the authors string.
Margareth Ferreira de Sales (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.F.Sales' in the authors string.