Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
lychnophoroides
ID:
1255549

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.B.Martins

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Novon 10: 226 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254887



Common Names

  • Marcetia lychnophoroides
  • Lychnophoroides Marcetia
  • Lychnophoroides Fern


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Description

Marcetia lychnophoroides (also called Lychnophora-Like Marcetia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Marcetia lychnophoroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marcetia lychnophoroides has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marcetia lychnophoroides is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Marcetia lychnophoroides should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Marcetia lychnophoroides

Marcetia lychnophoroides is native to South America.

Marcetia lychnophoroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marcetia lychnophoroides?

Marcetia lychnophoroides

What is the common name of Marcetia lychnophoroides?

Lychnophoroides Marcetia

What is the natural habitat of Marcetia lychnophoroides?

Tropical and subtropical regions of North America

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

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