Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
hamosa
ID:
750455

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) Yin Z.Wang

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 49: 60 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749788



Common Names

  • Microchirita hamosa
  • Hairy Chirita
  • Hairy Primrose


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Description

Microchirita hamosa (also called Hairy Microchirita, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Microchirita hamosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microchirita hamosa has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have white, green and yellow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microchirita hamosa is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to India. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Microchirita hamosa

Microchirita hamosa is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Microchirita hamosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microchirita hamosa?

Microchirita hamosa

What is the common name of Microchirita hamosa?

Hairy chirita

What is the natural habitat of Microchirita hamosa?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-2904656: 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.