Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
hispidulus
ID:
817289

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 3: 565 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816623



Common Names

  • Microcodon hispidulus
  • Hispid Microcodon
  • Hispid Olive


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Description

Microcodon hispidulus (also called Hispid Microcodon, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical America. It has white flowers and grows in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Microcodon hispidulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microcodon hispidulus has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microcodon hispidulus is a small shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be fertilized regularly. It is also important to prune the plant regularly to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Microcodon hispidulus

Microcodon hispidulus can be found in the tropical forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Microcodon hispidulus FAQ

What are the light requirements of Microcodon hispidulus?

Microcodon hispidulus prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil does Microcodon hispidulus prefer?

Microcodon hispidulus prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Microcodon hispidulus be watered?

Microcodon hispidulus should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.

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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