Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mira
ID:
221299

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Moldenke) R.Fern.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Garcia de Orta, Sér. Bot. 7: 38 (1985 publ. 1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220628

Common Names

  • Karomia Mira
  • Mira
  • Karomia

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Synonyms

  • Karomia mira fissa (Moldenke) R.Fern. [unknown]
  • Holmskioldia mira Moldenke [unknown]
  • Holmskioldia mira fissa Moldenke [unknown]

Description

Karomia mira (also called Mira Karomia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and grows in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Karomia mira is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Karomia mira has small white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small with a single pair of cotyledons and a few short hairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Karomia mira can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Karomia mira

Karomia mira is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrubland.

Karomia mira FAQ

What is the scientific name of Karomia mira?

Karomia mira

What is the family of Karomia mira?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Karomia mira?

Mira Karomia

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-105590: Based on the initial data import
Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.
Rosette Batarda Fernandes (1916-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Fern.' in the authors string.