Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
glomeratus
ID:
814158

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Campan. : 127 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813492



Common Names

  • Microcodon glomeratus
  • Clustered Microcodon
  • Glomeratus Microcodon


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Description

Microcodon glomeratus (also called Clustered Microcodon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white, fragrant flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to Madagascar and is found in moist forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Microcodon glomeratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant fragrance and is often used in perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Microcodon glomeratus flower is white with yellow centers, and the seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microcodon glomeratus is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and should be about 10 cm long. Layering is done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch will then form roots and can be cut off and transplanted.

Where to Find Microcodon glomeratus

Microcodon glomeratus is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Microcodon glomeratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microcodon glomeratus?

Microcodon glomeratus

What is the common name of Microcodon glomeratus?

Clustered Microcodon

What is the growth habit of Microcodon glomeratus?

It is an evergreen shrub

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,

References