Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
capitata
ID:
1542305

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.B.Pacifico, Almeda & Fidanza

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 45(2): 277. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000023652



Common Names

  • Capitata Microlicia
  • Capitata Microlicia Tree
  • Capitata Microlicia Flower


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Description

Microlicia capitata (also called Capitate Licia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a shrub or small tree with opposite leaves, white flowers and globose fruits. It is native to the Caribbean, where it is found in lowland rainforest and montane forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Microlicia capitata is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as a tonic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microlicia capitata is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlicia capitata is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Microlicia capitata

Microlicia capitata is native to tropical South America and is found in many countries including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Microlicia capitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microlicia capitata?

Microlicia capitata

What is the common name of Microlicia capitata?

Capitate Microlicia

What is the natural habitat of Microlicia capitata?

Tropical moist forests

Species in the Microlicia genus

Microlicia bahiensis, Microlicia carrasci, Microlicia cipoana, Microlicia curralensis, Microlicia damazioi, Microlicia edmundoi, Microlicia minima, Microlicia sickii, Microlicia souzae-limae, Microlicia sublaevis, Microlicia suborbicularifolia, Microlicia trembleyaeformis, Microlicia warmingiana, Microlicia plumosa, Microlicia catolensis, Microlicia ciliatoglandulosa, Microlicia hirticalyx, Microlicia flavovirens, Microlicia contasensis, Microlicia fasciculata, Microlicia graveolens, Microlicia acuminata, Microlicia agrestis, Microlicia amblysepala, Microlicia amplexicaulis, Microlicia arenariaefolia, Microlicia balsamifera, Microlicia blanchetiana, Microlicia canastrensis, Microlicia cardiophora, Microlicia cordata, Microlicia crebropunctata, Microlicia crenulata, Microlicia cryptandra, Microlicia cuspidifolia, Microlicia denudata, Microlicia doryphylla, Microlicia elegans, Microlicia euphorbioides, Microlicia formosa, Microlicia fulva, Microlicia glandulifera, Microlicia glazioviana, Microlicia helvola, Microlicia hirsutissima, Microlicia humilis, Microlicia inquinans, Microlicia insignis, Microlicia isophylla, Microlicia jungermannioides,

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,