Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
coralloides
ID:
375692

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Loscos & J.Pardo) Font Quer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Butl. Inst. Catalana Hist. Nat. 25: 98 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375024



Common Names

  • Microcnemum coralloides
  • Coral-like Microcnemum
  • Coral-like Microcnemum Tree


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Synonyms

  • Microcnemum fastigiatum (Loscos & J.Pardo) Ung.-Sternb. [unknown]
  • Salicornia fastigiata Loscos & J.Pardo [unknown]
  • Arthrocnemum coralloides Loscos & J.Pardo [unknown]
  • Arthrocnemum coralloides Loscos & Pardo [deprecated]

Description

Microcnemum coralloides (also called Coral Microcnemum, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a spreading habit and its leaves are glossy and dark green. It grows in dry and moist forests, as well as in scrublands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Microcnemum coralloides is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microcnemum coralloides is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microcnemum coralloides is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Microcnemum coralloides

Microcnemum coralloides can be found in the western United States, from California to Wyoming.

Microcnemum coralloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microcnemum coralloides?

Microcnemum coralloides

What type of plant is Microcnemum coralloides?

It is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Microcnemum coralloides?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

Species in the Microcnemum genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2369938: Based on the initial data import
Pius Font i Quer (1888-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Font Quer' in the authors string.
Francisco Loscos Bernal (1823-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loscos' in the authors string.
José Pardo Sastrón (1822-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Pardo' in the authors string.