Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
cataphracta
ID:
1547415

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Versiane & R.Romero

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 197(1): 52. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000027993



Common Names

  • Microlicia Cataphracta
  • Cataphracta Microlicia
  • Cataphracta


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Description

Microlicia cataphracta (also called Cataphract Microlicia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree, up to 8 m tall, with a straight trunk and a dense, rounded crown. It is native to Brazil and is found in the Atlantic Forest biome, in moist and wet forests, from sea level up to 1,000 m altitude.

Uses & Benefits

Microlicia cataphracta is used for timber, fuel and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microlicia cataphracta is small, white, and has five petals. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlicia cataphracta can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers a sunny position and regular watering.

Where to Find Microlicia cataphracta

Microlicia cataphracta can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.

Microlicia cataphracta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microlicia cataphracta?

Microlicia cataphracta

What is the natural habitat of Microlicia cataphracta?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Microlicia cataphracta?

Spring and summer

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,