Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
comparilis
ID:
1254069

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 55: 136 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253407



Common Names

  • Microlicia
  • Comparilis Microlicia
  • Comparilis Tree


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Description

Microlicia comparilis (also called Microlicia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has small, oval, light green leaves. It is found in tropical forests, along riverbanks, and in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Microlicia comparilis is used for its wood and bark, which are used for making furniture, tools, and musical instruments. The plant is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microlicia comparilis has small white flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlicia comparilis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist potting mix. Once established, it should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Microlicia comparilis

Microlicia comparilis is native to the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Microlicia comparilis FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Microlicia comparilis?

Microlicia comparilis prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Microlicia comparilis?

Microlicia comparilis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What type of soil does Microlicia comparilis prefer?

Microlicia comparilis prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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,

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