Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
hirticalyx
ID:
163091

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Romero & Woodgyer

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 66(1): 163 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162420



Common Names

  • Microlicia hirticalyx
  • Hairy Microlicia
  • Hairy Licia


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Synonyms

  • Chaetostoma acuminatum Cogn. [unknown]
  • Microlicia acuminata glabra Naudin [unknown]
  • Chaetostoma acuminatum ramosissimum Cogn. [unknown]
  • Microlicia acuminata Cogn. [illegitimate]

Description

Microlicia hirticalyx (also called Hirticalyx Microlicia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Brazil. It has a dense, rounded crown and can reach up to 10 meters in height. Its leaves are simple, opposite, elliptic-lanceolate, and measure up to 8 cm in length. It is found in Atlantic forest vegetation, in the states of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.

Uses & Benefits

Microlicia hirticalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microlicia hirticalyx is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlicia hirticalyx can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Microlicia hirticalyx

Microlicia hirticalyx is native to South America and can be found in the tropical forests of the Amazon basin.

Microlicia hirticalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microlicia hirticalyx?

Microlicia hirticalyx

What is the family of Microlicia hirticalyx?

Melastomataceae

What is the natural habitat of Microlicia hirticalyx?

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,

References

Rosana Romero: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Romero' in the authors string.
Elizabeth Mary Woodgyer (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodgyer' in the authors string.