Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterotricha
ID:
452181

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mast.) Burret

Source:
ksu

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 9: 733 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451513



Common Names

  • Microcos Heterotricha
  • Heterotrich Microcos
  • Heterotrich Mollia


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Synonyms

  • Grewia heterotricha Mast. [unknown]
  • Grewia lawsoniana J.R.Drumm. ex Dunn [unknown]

Description

Microcos heterotricha (also called Heterotrichous 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 heterotricha is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microcos heterotricha 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Microcos heterotricha 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 heterotricha

Microcos heterotricha is native to India and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Microcos heterotricha FAQ

What type of plant is Microcos heterotricha?

Microcos heterotricha is a perennial herb.

What is the growth habit of Microcos heterotricha?

Microcos heterotricha is a low-growing, mat-forming plant.

What is the soil type suitable for Microcos heterotricha?

Microcos heterotricha 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

Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' 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:834821-1: Based on the initial data import