Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
pulchra
ID:
1306707

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pataro & R.Romero

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 68(2): 290 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319161



Common Names

  • Pretty Microlicia
  • Pretty Licia
  • Pretty Microlicia


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Description

Microlicia pulchra (also called Beautiful Microlicia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in Brazil. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome in the states of Rio de Janeiro and Espírito Santo, growing in humid and shady areas, such as in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Microlicia pulchra is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens or as a houseplant. It can also be used as a ground cover or as an accent plant in flower beds and borders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Microlicia pulchra flower is yellow and has three petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlicia pulchra is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 3-4 feet and has white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Microlicia pulchra

Microlicia pulchra is found in the tropical rainforests of South America, from Colombia to Bolivia.

Microlicia pulchra FAQ

What type of soil does Microlicia pulchra prefer?

Microlicia pulchra prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What type of climate does Microlicia pulchra prefer?

Microlicia pulchra prefers warm climates with plenty of sunlight.

How often should Microlicia pulchra be watered?

Microlicia pulchra should be watered regularly, but not too often.

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.
Luciano Gomes Pataro de Almeida Aguiar (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pataro' in the authors string.