Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
leiocarpa
ID:
242423

Status:
valid

Authors:
Siebold & Zucc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Abh. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. 4(2): 145 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241755



Common Names

  • Mercurialis leiocarpa
  • Leiocarpa Mercurialis
  • Mercurialis Plant


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Synonyms

  • Mercurialis leiocarpa trichocarpa W.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Mercurialis transmorrisonensis Hayata [unknown]
  • Mercurialis leiocarpa transmorrisonensis (Hayata) H.Keng [unknown]

Description

Mercurialis leiocarpa (also called Smooth Mercury, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It has yellow flowers and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mercurialis leiocarpa is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Mercurialis leiocarpa are small, yellow, and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mercurialis leiocarpa can be cultivated and propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for best results.

Where to Find Mercurialis leiocarpa

Mercurialis leiocarpa can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Mercurialis leiocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mercurialis leiocarpa?

Mercurialis leiocarpa

What is the common name of Mercurialis leiocarpa?

Smooth-fruited Mercury

What is the natural habitat of Mercurialis leiocarpa?

Dry grasslands and scrubland

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-125753: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Philipp Franz von Siebold (1796-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siebold' in the authors string.