Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
microphyllum
ID:
451241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 18-19: 226 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450573



Common Names

  • Small-Leaved Megistostegium
  • Small-Leaved Megistostegia
  • Small-Leaved Megistostegium


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Description

Megistostegium microphyllum (also called Small-leaved Megistostegium, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Madagascar, and is commonly found in wet areas, such as swamps, marshes, and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Megistostegium microphyllum is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Megistostegium microphyllum has small, star-shaped, yellow flowers that are held in small clusters. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Megistostegium microphyllum is a tropical vine native to Central and South America. It is best grown in well-drained, humus-rich soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by stem cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Megistostegium microphyllum

Megistostegium microphyllum is native to Madagascar.

Megistostegium microphyllum FAQ

What is the common name of Megistostegium microphyllum?

Small-leaved megistostegium

What is the natural habitat of Megistostegium microphyllum?

Tropical rainforests

What type of soil does Megistostegium microphyllum prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,