Status:
valid
Authors:
Rendle
Source:
cmp
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 53: 354 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000374681
Common Names
- Liberian Myrianthus
- Myrianthus Libericus
- Liberia Breadfruit
Description
Myrianthus libericus (also called Liberian myrianthus, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, yellow flowers. It is native to Africa and can be found in moist, forested soils.
Uses & Benefits
Myrianthus libericus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Myrianthus libericus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a white, bell-shaped flower at the top.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myrianthus libericus can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. Dig up the plant and carefully divide the clumps of roots and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Myrianthus libericus
Myrianthus libericus can be found in Central and South America.
Myrianthus libericus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrianthus libericus?
Myrianthus libericus
What is the common name of Myrianthus libericus?
Liberian myrianthus
Where is Myrianthus libericus found?
It is found in Africa
Species in the Myrianthus genus
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata,
Astrothalamus reticulatus,
Australina flaccida,
Australina pusilla,
Australina pusilla,
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,