Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
azurea
ID:
817158

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 24: 447 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816492



Common Names

  • Azurea Merciera
  • Azurea Merciera
  • Azurea Merciera


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Description

Merciera azurea (also called Azure Merciera, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small blue flowers. It is commonly found in gardens and parks, and can also be found in woodlands and hedgerows.

Uses & Benefits

Merciera azurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Merciera azurea is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Merciera azurea is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be 4-6 inches long and placed in a moist, well-draining medium such as perlite or sand. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted, which can take up to 8 weeks.

Where to Find Merciera azurea

Merciera azurea is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Merciera azurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Merciera azurea?

Merciera azurea

What is the natural habitat of Merciera azurea?

Rainforests of South America

What are the common uses of Merciera azurea?

Traditional medicine, ornamental plant

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

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