Status:
valid
Authors:
Pit.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 3: 196 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246924
Common Names
- Mycetia squamulosopilosa
- Squamulosopilosa Bush
- Mycetia Bush
Description
Mycetia squamulosopilosa (also called Scaly-Hairy 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 squamulosopilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mycetia squamulosopilosa 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mycetia squamulosopilosa is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Prune after flowering to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Mycetia squamulosopilosa
Mycetia squamulosopilosa is native to India, Myanmar, and Thailand.
Mycetia squamulosopilosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mycetia squamulosopilosa?
Mycetia squamulosopilosa
What is the common name of Mycetia squamulosopilosa?
Scaly-pilose Mycetia
What is the natural habitat of Mycetia squamulosopilosa?
Tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and 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,