Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) Eb.Fisch., Schäferh. & Kai Müll.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 43: 228 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425545
Common Names
- Micranthemum erosum
- Erosum Micranthemum
- Micranthemum Erosum
Description
Micranthemum erosum (also called Erosum, among many other common names) is an evergreen herb with a maximum height of 1 meter. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Micranthemum erosum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It is also known to attract beneficial insects and birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Micranthemum erosum is small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Micranthemum erosum is a small evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in early spring or late summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, this plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Micranthemum erosum
Micranthemum erosum is native to South America, but can also be found in parts of Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.
Micranthemum erosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Micranthemum erosum?
Micranthemum erosum
What is the common name of Micranthemum erosum?
Eroded Micranthemum
What is the natural habitat of Micranthemum erosum?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Micranthemum genus
Micranthemum callitrichoides,
Micranthemum tetrandrum,
Micranthemum rotundatum,
Micranthemum umbrosum,
Micranthemum bryoides,
Micranthemum arenarioides,
Micranthemum glomeratum,
Micranthemum standleyi,
Micranthemum micranthemoides,
Micranthemum procerorum,
Micranthemum longipes,
Micranthemum erosum,
Micranthemum reflexum,
Species in the Linderniaceae family
Artanema bantamense,
Artanema fimbriatum,
Artanema longifolium,
Bampsia lawalreana,
Bampsia symoensiana,
Bonnaya antipoda,
Bonnaya ciliata,
Bonnaya multiflora,
Bonnaya oppositifolia,
Bonnaya ruellioides,
Bonnaya tenuifolia,
Bonnaya veronicifolia,
Bonnaya cephalantha,
Bonnaya succosa,
Bonnaya zanzibarica,
Bonnaya sanpabloensis,
Bonnaya cowiei,
Bonnaya aculeata,
Bonnaya milindii,
Bonnaya gracilis,
Bonnaya peduncularis,
Craterostigma alatum,
Craterostigma hirsutum,
Craterostigma lanceolatum,
Craterostigma lindernioides,
Craterostigma longicarpum,
Craterostigma plantagineum,
Craterostigma pumilum,
Craterostigma purpureum,
Craterostigma smithii,
Craterostigma wilmsii,
Craterostigma wilmsii,
Craterostigma abyssinicum,
Craterostigma angolense,
Craterostigma engleri,
Craterostigma gossweileri,
Craterostigma kigomense,
Craterostigma newtonii,
Craterostigma niamniamense,
Craterostigma nummulariifolium,
Craterostigma stuhlmannii,
Craterostigma sudanicum,
Craterostigma syncerus,
Craterostigma tanzanicum,
Craterostigma yaundense,
Craterostigma sessiliflorum,
Craterostigma pusillum,
Craterostigma loitense,
Crepidorhopalon affinis,
Crepidorhopalon alatocalycinus,
References
Kai Müller (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kai Müll.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77135782-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].