Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minor
ID:
247574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1926: 67 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246906

Common Names

  • Minor Mycetia
  • Mycetia Minor
  • Mycetia minor

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Description

Mycetia minor (also called Small Mycetia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and the Pacific Islands. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mycetia minor 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 minor has small white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mycetia minor 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 minor

Mycetia minor is native to India, Myanmar, and Thailand.

Mycetia minor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mycetia minor?

Mycetia minor

What is the common name of Mycetia minor?

Small mycetia

What is the natural habitat of Mycetia minor?

Tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia

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,

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