Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
linearis
ID:
817298

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Buek ex Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral. : 378 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816632



Common Names

  • Microcodon linearis
  • Linear Microcodon
  • Linear Olive


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Description

Microcodon linearis (also called Linear 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 linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microcodon linearis has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microcodon linearis 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 linearis

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

Microcodon linearis FAQ

What are the light requirements of Microcodon linearis?

Microcodon linearis prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil does Microcodon linearis prefer?

Microcodon linearis prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Microcodon linearis be watered?

Microcodon linearis 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-354510: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Wilhelm Buek (1796-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Buek' in the authors string.
Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.