Myriocarpa trifurca - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trifurca
ID:
1287116
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.K.Monro
Source:
tro
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Novon 19: 93 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286454
Common Names
- Myriocarpa trifurca
- Trifurcate Myriocarpa
- Trifurca Myriocarpa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myriocarpa trifurca (also called Myriocarpa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean region, and it grows in tropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Myriocarpa trifurca is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in rock gardens or as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine, as it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myriocarpa trifurca has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by small, brown, winged seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myriocarpa trifurca is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Myriocarpa trifurca
Myriocarpa trifurca is native to Mexico and can be found in the state of Oaxaca.
Myriocarpa trifurca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myriocarpa trifurca?
Myriocarpa trifurca
What is the family of Myriocarpa trifurca?
Asteraceae
Where is Myriocarpa trifurca found?
Mexico
Species in the Myriocarpa genus
Myriocarpa longipes, Myriocarpa cordifolia, Myriocarpa stipitata, Myriocarpa bifurca, Myriocarpa laevigata, Myriocarpa obovata, Myriocarpa brachystachys, Myriocarpa filiformis, Myriocarpa heterospicata, Myriocarpa obscura, Myriocarpa purpurascens, Myriocarpa tatei, Myriocarpa cubilgueitzensis, Myriocarpa trifurca,
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
Alex K. Monro (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.K.Monro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77100328-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.