Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
myrtifolia
ID:
313198

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Pichon

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 20: 196 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312530



Common Names

  • Myrtifolia Buttonweed
  • Myrtifolia False Buttonweed
  • Myrtifolia Dwarf Buttonweed


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Synonyms

  • Oncinotis melanocephala K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Baissea kidengensis (K.Schum.) Pichon [unknown]
  • Baissea melanocephala (K.Schum.) Pichon [unknown]
  • Baissea urceolata (Stapf) Pichon [unknown]
  • Zygodia kidengensis K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Zygodia melanocephala Stapf [unknown]
  • Zygodia myrtifolia Benth. [unknown]
  • Zygodia subsessilis Benth. [unknown]
  • Zygodia urceolata Stapf [unknown]
  • Baissea subsessilis (K.Schum.) Stapf ex Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]

Description

Baissea myrtifolia (also called myrtle-leaved baissea, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Rubiaceae family. It has small white flowers and is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides, pastures, and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Baissea myrtifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baissea myrtifolia is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baissea myrtifolia is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Baissea myrtifolia

Baissea myrtifolia can be found in tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Baissea myrtifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baissea myrtifolia?

Baissea myrtifolia

What is the common name of Baissea myrtifolia?

Myrtle False Buttonweed

What is the natural habitat of Baissea myrtifolia?

Sandy soils, coastal areas, disturbed sites, and roadsides

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19366: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Marcel Pichon (1921-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pichon' in the authors string.