Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
stipitata
ID:
452546

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Sulphur : 168 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451878

Common Names

  • Myriocarpa stipitata
  • Stipitate Myriocarpa
  • Myriocarpa

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Synonyms

  • Myriocarpa humilis Wedd. [unknown]
  • Myriocarpa densiflora Benth. [valid]
  • Myriocarpa polystachya Wedd. [unknown]
  • Myriocarpa dombeyana Wedd. [unknown]
  • Myriocarpa densiflora dombeyana (Wedd.) Wedd. [unknown]
  • Myriocarpa stipitata ambigua Wedd. [unknown]
  • Urtica spiralis Dombey ex Wedd. [invalid]

Description

Myriocarpa stipitata (also called Mountain Ribbonwood, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to New Zealand. It has a dense, upright habit and small, glossy green leaves. It is found in lowland and montane forests, scrubland and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Myriocarpa stipitata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myriocarpa stipitata is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myriocarpa stipitata is a slow-growing perennial that prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is propagated from seed, which should be sown in a sandy, well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny spot until they are well established.

Where to Find Myriocarpa stipitata

Myriocarpa stipitata can be found in the forests of New Zealand.

Myriocarpa stipitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myriocarpa stipitata?

Myriocarpa stipitata

What is the common name of Myriocarpa stipitata?

Stalked Myriocarpa

What is the natural habitat of Myriocarpa stipitata?

Tropical rainforests

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,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:854765-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.