Microcharis omissa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
omissa
ID:
374774
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thulin
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.16: 295 (1996 publ. 1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000374106
Common Names
- Microcharis omissa
- Omitted Microcharis
- Missing Microcharis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microcharis omissa (also called Omitted Microcharis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America and grows in moist forests and thickets. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Microcharis omissa is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microcharis omissa has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microcharis omissa is a tropical grass that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Prune regularly to maintain a desirable shape.
Where to Find Microcharis omissa
Microcharis omissa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Microcharis omissa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microcharis omissa?
Microcharis omissa
What is the common name of Microcharis omissa?
Omitted Microcharis
What is the habitat of Microcharis omissa?
It is found in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows
Species in the Microcharis genus
Microcharis ammophila, Microcharis angolensis, Microcharis ephemera, Microcharis asparagoides, Microcharis brevistaminea, Microcharis buchneri, Microcharis garissaensis, Microcharis gyrata, Microcharis tenella, Microcharis latifolia, Microcharis longicalyx, Microcharis medicaginea, Microcharis microcharoides, Microcharis nematophylla, Microcharis remotiflora, Microcharis welwitschii, Microcharis sessilis, Microcharis spathulata, Microcharis stipulosa, Microcharis tenuirostris, Microcharis tisserantii, Microcharis tritoides, Microcharis wajirensis, Microcharis galpinii, Microcharis annua, Microcharis butayei, Microcharis cana, Microcharis contorta, Microcharis cufodontii, Microcharis disjuncta, Microcharis karinensis, Microcharis kucharii, Microcharis praetermissa, Microcharis aphylla, Microcharis phyllogramme, Microcharis omissa,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:993605-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Microcharis omissa Thulin: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.