Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 3: 410 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246892
Common Names
- Hirta Mycetia
- Mycetia Hirta
- Mycetia hirta
Description
Mycetia hirta (also called Hairy Mycetia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China, and is found in open forests and thickets. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers with red spots.
Uses & Benefits
Mycetia hirta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mycetia hirta has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mycetia hirta can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. The plants prefer full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. They should be watered regularly and fertilized every two to three weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Mycetia hirta
Mycetia hirta is native to India, Myanmar, and Thailand.
Mycetia hirta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mycetia hirta?
Mycetia hirta
What is the common name of Mycetia hirta?
Hairy Mycetia
What is the natural habitat of Mycetia hirta?
Tropical rainforests of South and Central America
Species in the Mycetia genus
Mycetia acuminata,
Mycetia angustifolia,
Mycetia anlongensis,
Mycetia balansae,
Mycetia brachybotrys,
Mycetia bracteata,
Mycetia brevipes,
Mycetia brevisepala,
Mycetia cauliflora,
Mycetia chasalioides,
Mycetia fasciculata,
Mycetia flava,
Mycetia glandulosa,
Mycetia gracilis,
Mycetia hainanensis,
Mycetia hirta,
Mycetia holotricha,
Mycetia javanica,
Mycetia listeri,
Mycetia longiflora,
Mycetia longifolia,
Mycetia malayana,
Mycetia minor,
Mycetia mukerjiana,
Mycetia myrioneura,
Mycetia nepalensis,
Mycetia obovata,
Mycetia ovatistipulata,
Mycetia paniculiformis,
Mycetia parishii,
Mycetia radiciflora,
Mycetia rivicola,
Mycetia rodgeri,
Mycetia siamensis,
Mycetia sinensis,
Mycetia squamulosopilosa,
Mycetia stipulata,
Mycetia sumatrana,
Mycetia yunnanica,
Mycetia mindanaensis,
Mycetia basiflora,
Mycetia macrocarpa,
Mycetia clarkei,
Mycetia effusa,
Mycetia faberi,
Mycetia nutans,
Mycetia pubifolia,
Mycetia tonkinensis,
Mycetia griffithii,
Mycetia fangii,
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,