Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
1409302

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poepp.) Weigend & R.H.Acuña

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Taxon 66(2): 375. 2017 [1 May 2017]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421767



Common Names

  • Grausa micrantha
  • Small-flowered Grausa
  • Small-flowered Graus


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Description

Grausa micrantha (also called Small-flowered Grausa, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical Asia. It has dark green, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in tropical forests and is often found near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Grausa micrantha is a small shrub with yellow flowers. It is often used as a ground cover or in rock gardens. It is also used for its attractive foliage and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grausa micrantha is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grausa micrantha is a shrub native to East Asia. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Germination can take up to two months.

Where to Find Grausa micrantha

Grausa micrantha can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Grausa micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grausa micrantha?

Grausa micrantha

What is the common name of Grausa micrantha?

Micrantha Grausa

What is the natural habitat of Grausa micrantha?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

Species in the Loasaceae family

Aosa gilgiana, Aosa parviflora, Aosa plumieri, Aosa rupestris, Aosa sigmoidea, Aosa rostrata, Aosa uleana, Aosa grandis, Blumenbachia dissecta, Blumenbachia catharinensis, Blumenbachia eichleri, Blumenbachia espigneera, Blumenbachia exalata, Blumenbachia hieronymi, Blumenbachia insignis, Blumenbachia latifolia, Blumenbachia prietea, Blumenbachia sylvestris, Blumenbachia hierorymi, Blumenbachia amana, Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata,

References

Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Maximilian Weigend (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weigend' in the authors string.
Rafael H. Acuña C.: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Acuña' in the authors string.