Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
pseudomicra
ID:
1541145

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leme & O.B.C.Ribeiro

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 430: 173 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022604



Common Names

  • Forzzaea pseudomicra
  • Pseudomicra Forzzaea
  • Pseudomicra's Forzzaea


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Description

Forzzaea pseudomicra (also called Pseudomicra Forzzaea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Forzzaea pseudomicra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used to provide shade and shelter.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Forzzaea pseudomicra has small, white flowers with five petals and five stamens. The seeds are small, black, and round in shape. The seedlings are thin and grass-like, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Forzzaea pseudomicra is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10.

Where to Find Forzzaea pseudomicra

Forzzaea pseudomicra can be found in Brazil.

Forzzaea pseudomicra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Forzzaea pseudomicra?

Forzzaea pseudomicra

What are the common names of Forzzaea pseudomicra?

False-micra Forzzaea

What is the natural habitat of Forzzaea pseudomicra?

Subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77205469-1: 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].