Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
heterodoxa
ID:
244371

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Esser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 959 (1998 publ. 1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243703



Common Names

  • Microstachys heterodoxa
  • Heterodox Microstachys
  • Microstachys


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Synonyms

  • Sebastiania heterodoxa (Müll.Arg.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Stillingia heterodoxa Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Microstachys heterodoxa (also called Heterodox Microstachys, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Microstachys heterodoxa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge plant. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used as a flavoring in cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microstachys heterodoxa is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is round and black. The seedling is small and has a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microstachys heterodoxa is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is a slow-growing tree and may take several years to reach its full size. It is best to water the tree regularly and fertilize it every few months.

Where to Find Microstachys heterodoxa

Microstachys heterodoxa is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Microstachys heterodoxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microstachys heterodoxa?

Microstachys heterodoxa

What is the family of Microstachys heterodoxa?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Microstachys heterodoxa?

Tropical rainforest

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-127638: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
Hans-Joachim Esser (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esser' in the authors string.