Microchirita involucrata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
involucrata
ID:
750445
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Craib) Yin Z.Wang
Source:
cmp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 49: 60 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749778
Common Names
- Microchirita involucrata
- Involucrate Microchirita
- Involucrate Microchirita
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microchirita involucrata (also called Involucrate Microchirita, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow pea-like flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Microchirita involucrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Microchirita involucrata var. capitis (Craib) C.PuglisiFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microchirita involucrata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microchirita involucrata 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 involucrata
Microchirita involucrata is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Microchirita involucrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microchirita involucrata?
Microchirita involucrata
What is the common name of Microchirita involucrata?
Involucrata
What is the family of Microchirita involucrata?
Asteraceae
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-2904642: Based on the initial data import
William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Yin Zheng Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yin Z.Wang' in the authors string.