Microchirita marcanii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
marcanii
ID:
750438
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Craib) A.Weber & D.J.Middleton
Source:
cmp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 778 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749771
Common Names
- Microchirita marcanii
- Marcani's Microchirita
- Marcani's Microchirita
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microchirita marcanii (also called Marcani's 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 marcanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its bright yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microchirita marcanii 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 marcanii is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Microchirita marcanii
Microchirita marcanii is native to South America.
Microchirita marcanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microchirita marcanii?
Microchirita marcanii
What is the common name of Microchirita marcanii?
Marcanii
What is the family of Microchirita marcanii?
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-2904636: Based on the initial data import
William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.
David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.