Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
muricatus
ID:
1305270

Status:
valid

Authors:
Riina & Cordeiro

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 39: 230 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317724



Common Names

  • Brasiliocroton
  • Murex Brasiliocroton
  • Muricatus Brasiliocroton


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Description

Brasiliocroton muricatus (also called Muricatus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. It typically grows in dry forests and woodlands, as well as in disturbed areas. Its leaves are leathery, oblong-elliptic, and have a sharp point at the tip.

Uses & Benefits

Brasiliocroton muricatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brasiliocroton muricatus has small yellow flowers with five petals and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brasiliocroton muricatus is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Brasiliocroton muricatus

Brasiliocroton muricatus can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil.

Brasiliocroton muricatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brasiliocroton muricatus?

Brasiliocroton muricatus

What is the common name of Brasiliocroton muricatus?

Mottled Croton

Where is Brasiliocroton muricatus native to?

Brazil

Species in the Brasiliocroton genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

Inês Cordeiro (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cordeiro' in the authors string.
Ricarda Riina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Riina' in the authors string.