Microcodon lineare - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lineare
ID:
1290857
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Buek
Source:
tro
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001290195
Common Names
- Linear Microcodon
- Microcodon lineare
- Bellflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microcodon lineare (also called Linear Microcodon, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial, growing to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa, and is found in dry woodlands and scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Microcodon lineare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Microcodon lineare is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microcodon lineare is a small, evergreen, succulent shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Microcodon lineare
Microcodon lineare can be found in the Caribbean and Central America.
Microcodon lineare FAQ
What is the common name of Microcodon lineare?
Linear Microcodon
What is the natural habitat of Microcodon lineare?
Dry bushveld, grassland, and savanna
What is the size of Microcodon lineare?
It can reach a height of 2–4 m (6.6–13.1 ft)
Species in the Microcodon genus
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-5503341: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Wilhelm Buek (1796-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Buek' in the authors string.