Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
megapotamicus
ID:
245554

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3(2): 121 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244886

Common Names

  • Megapotamicus
  • Mountain Mitre
  • Mountain Mitrewort

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Synonyms

  • Mitracarpus cuspidatus DC. [valid]
  • Mitracarpus felipponei Beauverd [valid]
  • Mitracarpus neglectus DC. [valid]
  • Mitracarpus peladilla Griseb. [valid]
  • Mitracarpus sellowianus Cham. & Schltdl. [valid]
  • Spermacoce megapotamica Spreng. [valid]
  • Spermacoce neglecta Schott ex DC. [valid]
  • Mitracarpus sellowianus latifolia Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Mitracarpus sellowianus robusta Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Mitracarpus sellowianus tenella Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Mitracarpus sellowianus latifolius Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]

Description

Mitracarpus megapotamicus (also called Mitracarpus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Brazil. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are usually linear or lanceolate. It grows in open areas, such as disturbed forests, grasslands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Mitracarpus megapotamicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a source of food and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mitracarpus megapotamicus 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 megapotamicus is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to North America. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer and is often used as a ground cover. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, though this is more difficult.

Where to Find Mitracarpus megapotamicus

Mitracarpus megapotamicus is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest.

Mitracarpus megapotamicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mitracarpus megapotamicus?

Mitracarpus megapotamicus

What is the common name of Mitracarpus megapotamicus?

Megapotamian Mitracarpus

What is the natural habitat of Mitracarpus megapotamicus?

It is found in moist, montane forests in South America

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-128753: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.