Microchirita caerulea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caerulea
ID:
749337
Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.Br.) Yin Z.Wang
Source:
cmp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 49: 60 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748670
Common Names
- Microchirita caerulea
- Blue Microchirita
- Blue Microchirita Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microchirita caerulea (also called Blue microchirita, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the Western Ghats in India. It grows in moist, shady areas in forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Microchirita caerulea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Microchirita caerulea is blue and has five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have thin, lance-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microchirita caerulea is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to India. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water regularly during the growing season and to reduce watering during the winter months. It is also important to fertilize the plant every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Microchirita caerulea
Microchirita caerulea is native to China and can be found in the Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou provinces.
Microchirita caerulea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microchirita caerulea?
Microchirita caerulea
What is the common name of Microchirita caerulea?
Blue Microchirita
What is the natural habitat of Microchirita caerulea?
Subtropical and tropical regions of Asia
Species in the Microchirita genus
Microchirita viola, Microchirita tubulosa, Microchirita sahyadriensis, Microchirita rupestris, Microchirita oculata, Microchirita mollissima, Microchirita caerulea, Microchirita micromusa, Microchirita marcanii, Microchirita elphinstonia, Microchirita bimaculata, Microchirita barbata, Microchirita aratriformis, Microchirita lavandulacea, Microchirita involucrata, Microchirita sericea, Microchirita hamosa, Microchirita caliginosa, Microchirita prostrata, Microchirita ruthiae, Microchirita purpurea, Microchirita woodii, Microchirita karaketii, Microchirita suddeei, Microchirita albiflora, Microchirita huppatatensis, Microchirita personata, Microchirita hemratii, Microchirita lilacina, Microchirita cristata,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2902996: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Yin Zheng Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yin Z.Wang' in the authors string.