Microlicia ericoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
1258843
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Don
Source:
tro
Year:
1823
Citation Micro:
Mem. Wern. Nat. Hist. Soc. iv. (1823) 302.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258181
Common Names
- Microlicia ericoides
- Ericoides Microlicia
- Ericoides Microlicia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microlicia ericoides (also called heath microlicia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has small, white flowers and small, needle-like leaves. It is found in dry, open woodlands and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Microlicia ericoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microlicia ericoides has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microlicia ericoides is a perennial shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.
Where to Find Microlicia ericoides
Microlicia ericoides is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides, fields, and pastures.
Microlicia ericoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microlicia ericoides?
Microlicia ericoides
What is the family of Microlicia ericoides?
Melastomataceae
Where is Microlicia ericoides found?
It is found in South America
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,
References
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:573489-1: Based on the initial data import