Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pusillus
ID:
245565

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 30: 36 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244897

Common Names

  • Pusillus
  • Mountain Mitre
  • Mountain Mitrewort

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Description

Mitracarpus pusillus (also called Mitracarpus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. 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 pusillus 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 pusillus is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mitracarpus pusillus is a small, perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take up to 6 months. Division is the preferred method of propagation as it is faster and more reliable. The plant should be divided in the spring or fall and replanted immediately.

Where to Find Mitracarpus pusillus

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

Mitracarpus pusillus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mitracarpus pusillus?

Mitracarpus pusillus

What is the common name of Mitracarpus pusillus?

Dwarf Mitracarpus

Where is Mitracarpus pusillus native to?

Mexico, Central America, and 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,

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