Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
opaca
ID:
452335

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Korth.) Burret

Source:
ksu

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 9: 734 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451667



Common Names

  • Microcos Opaca
  • Opaca Microcos
  • Opaca Microcos


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Synonyms

  • Grewia opaca (Korth.) Miq. [unknown]

Description

Microcos opaca (also called Opaque Microcos, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, and is a small shrub or tree that grows in forests and woodlands. It has white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Microcos opaca is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microcos opaca has white flowers with yellow centers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microcos opaca is a tropical perennial plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Microcos opaca

Microcos opaca is found in tropical rainforests in South East Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Microcos opaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microcos opaca?

Microcos opaca

What are the common names of Microcos opaca?

Opaque Microcos

What is the natural habitat of Microcos opaca?

It is native to Thailand and grows in wet, shady forests.

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

Pieter Willem Korthals (1807-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korth.' 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:834841-1: Based on the initial data import