Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
lancifolia
ID:
1412446

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) D.J.Middleton & Livsh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Taxon 67(2): 355. 2018 [9 May 2018]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424911



Common Names

  • Micrechites Lancifolia
  • Lancifolia Micrechites
  • Micrechites Lancifolia


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Description

Mircrechites lancifolia (also called lance-leaved micrechites, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has leathery, dark green leaves and produces small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, often in disturbed areas and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Micrechites lancifolia is a plant native to South America. It has been used as a medicinal plant for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and skin infections. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as its leaves and flowers are attractive and fragrant. The leaves can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable, and the fruits can be eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Micrechites lancifolia is white and has a star-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micrechites lancifolia is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of healthy branches and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Micrechites lancifolia

Micrechites lancifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Micrechites lancifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micrechites lancifolia?

Micrechites lancifolia

What is the common name of Micrechites lancifolia?

Lance-leaved Micrechites

What is the natural habitat of Micrechites lancifolia?

Micrechites lancifolia is found in the tropical and subtropical rainforests of South America.

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.
Tatyana Livshultz (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Livsh.' in the authors string.