Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
cannifolia
ID:
476025

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 80 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475357



Common Names

  • Myrosma cannifolia
  • Cannifolia myrosma
  • Myrosma


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Synonyms

  • Maranta cuyabensis Körn. [unknown]
  • Maranta moritziana Körn. [unknown]
  • Myrosma boliviana Loes. [unknown]
  • Myrosma boliviana acreana Loes. [unknown]
  • Myrosma canniformis Willd. [unknown]
  • Myrosma cuyabensis K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Phrynium myrosma Roscoe [unknown]
  • Phyllodes myrosma (Roscoe) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Saranthe cuyabensis (Körn.) Eichler [unknown]
  • Saranthe marcgravii Pickel [unknown]
  • Saranthe moritziana Eichl. [unknown]
  • Thalia coarctata Herb.VIndob. ex Petersen [unknown]
  • Thalianthus macropus Körn. [unknown]

Description

Myrosma cannifolia (also called 'Cinnamon-leaved Myrosma', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India, with small white flowers. It grows in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Myrosma cannifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myrosma cannifolia has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrosma cannifolia is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by dividing the rhizomes.

Where to Find Myrosma cannifolia

Myrosma cannifolia is native to India and can be found in moist, shady habitats.

Myrosma cannifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrosma cannifolia?

Myrosma cannifolia

What is the common name of Myrosma cannifolia?

Myrosma cannifolia

What type of plant is Myrosma cannifolia?

Herb

Species in the Myrosma genus

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

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