Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
myrtifolia
ID:
263737

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum. & K.Krause

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 40: 334 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263069

Common Names

  • Myrtifolia Palicourea
  • Myrtifolia Guatteria
  • Myrtifolia Palicourea

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Description

Palicourea myrtifolia (also called 'Myrtifolia' and 'Borojó de monte', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean islands and Central and South America. It grows up to 10 meters in height and has glossy, dark green leaves. It is commonly found in tropical rainforests and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea myrtifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea myrtifolia is a small, tubular shape with five petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea myrtifolia is a tropical shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist, well-draining soil and kept warm and moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in moist soil or a rooting medium. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into larger containers or into the garden.

Where to Find Palicourea myrtifolia

Palicourea myrtifolia is native to Central and South America.

Palicourea myrtifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea myrtifolia?

Palicourea myrtifolia

What is the common name of Palicourea myrtifolia?

Myrtifolia Palicourea

What is the natural habitat of Palicourea myrtifolia?

Palicourea myrtifolia is found in wet montane forests in Costa Rica and Panama.

Species in the Palicourea genus

Palicourea abbreviata, Palicourea acanthacea, Palicourea acetosoides, Palicourea adusta, Palicourea aeneofusca, Palicourea affinis, Palicourea albert-smithii, Palicourea albiflora, Palicourea albocaerulea, Palicourea alpina, Palicourea amapaensis, Palicourea amethystina, Palicourea amplissima, Palicourea anacardiifolia, Palicourea andaluciana, Palicourea anderssoniana, Palicourea andrei, Palicourea angustifolia, Palicourea anianguana, Palicourea anisoloba, Palicourea antioquiana, Palicourea apicata, Palicourea aristei, Palicourea aschersonianoides, Palicourea asplundii, Palicourea attenuata, Palicourea australis, Palicourea awa, Palicourea azurea, Palicourea barraensis, Palicourea bella, Palicourea bellula, Palicourea blanchetiana, Palicourea bostrychostachya, Palicourea boyacana, Palicourea brachyloba, Palicourea brachystigma, Palicourea bracteosa, Palicourea brasiliensis, Palicourea brenesii, Palicourea buchtienii, Palicourea buntingii, Palicourea coerulea, Palicourea calantha, Palicourea caloneura, Palicourea calophlebia, Palicourea calophylla, Palicourea calothyrsus, Palicourea calycina, Palicourea canaguensis,

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-146181: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.