Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
micra
ID:
1412404

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Louzada, Wand. & Versieux) Leme, S.Heller & Zizka

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 318: 68 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424869



Common Names

  • Forzzaea Micra
  • Micra Forzzaea
  • Forzzaea


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Description

Forzzaea micra (also called Micro Forzzaea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces a single flower with a yellowish-green hue. It is found in wet, tropical forests, growing in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Forzzaea micra is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Forzzaea micra flower is white and star-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Forzzaea micra is a shrub native to Colombia. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Forzzaea micra

Forzzaea micra can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Forzzaea micra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Forzzaea micra?

Forzzaea micra

What is the common name of Forzzaea micra?

Tiny Forzzaea

Where is Forzzaea micra found?

Brazil

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Elton Martinez Carvalho Leme (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leme' in the authors string.
Maria das Graças Lapa Wanderley (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wand.' in the authors string.
Georg Zizka (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zizka' in the authors string.
Leonardo M. Versieux: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Versieux' in the authors string.
Rafael Batista Louzada: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Louzada' in the authors string.
Sascha Heller: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Heller' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77176545-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].