Microcos henrici - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker f.) Burret
Source:
ksu
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 9: 732 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451514
Common Names
- Microcos Henrici
- Henric's Microcos
- Henric's Mollia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Grewia henrici Baker f. [unknown]
Description
Microcos henrici (also called Henric's Microcos, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white flowers and a yellow center. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Microcos henrici is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Microcos henrici sub. acuta R.C.K.ChungFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microcos henrici has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and fragile with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microcos henrici is a perennial herb that is native to Africa. It is easily grown from seed and can be propagated by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.
Where to Find Microcos henrici
Microcos henrici is native to India and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Microcos henrici FAQ
What type of plant is Microcos henrici?
Microcos henrici is a perennial herb.
What is the growth habit of Microcos henrici?
Microcos henrici is a low-growing, mat-forming plant.
What is the soil type suitable for Microcos henrici?
Microcos henrici prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Species in the Microcos genus
Microcos heterotricha, Microcos henrici, Microcos havilandii, Microcos grandifolia, Microcos gossweileri, Microcos bifida, Microcos barombiensis, Microcos argentata, Microcos antidesmifolia, Microcos grandiflora, Microcos calophylla, Microcos globulifera, Microcos florida, Microcos floribunda, Microcos fibrocarpa, Microcos erythrocarpa, Microcos branderhorstii, Microcos crassifolia, Microcos brassii, Microcos conocarpoides, Microcos conocarpa, Microcos chrysothyrsa, Microcos cerasifera, Microcos ceramensis, Microcos calymmatosepala, Microcos latistipulata, Microcos lanceolata, Microcos kinabaluensis, Microcos inflexa, Microcos impressinervia, Microcos hirsuta, Microcos laurifolia, Microcos latifolia, Microcos urbaniana, Microcos pentandra, Microcos peekelii, Microcos pearsonii, Microcos paucicostata, Microcos paniculata, Microcos pachyphylla, Microcos philippinensis, Microcos pinnatifida, Microcos mildbraedii, Microcos microthyrsa, Microcos membranifolia, Microcos malayana, Microcos loerzingii, Microcos ledermannii, Microcos opaca, Microcos ugandensis,
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,
References
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:834820-1: Based on the initial data import