Status:
valid
Authors:
R.B.Pacifico & Fidanza
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 72(1)-5: 1 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318991
Common Names
- Microlicia sciophylla
- Sciophylla Microlicia
- Microlicia
Description
Microlicia sciophylla (also called Sciophyllous Microlicia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Microlicia sciophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and to prevent erosion. The plant is also used as a source of food for livestock and wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microlicia sciophylla has white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Microlicia sciophylla can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best to plant the divisions in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Microlicia sciophylla
Microlicia sciophylla is native to Brazil. It is found in the states of Minas Gerais, Espírito Santo, and Rio de Janeiro.
Microlicia sciophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microlicia sciophylla?
Microlicia sciophylla
What type of plant is Microlicia sciophylla?
Microlicia sciophylla is a species of plant in the Melastomataceae family.
Where is Microlicia sciophylla found?
Microlicia sciophylla is found in Brazil.
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
Ricardo B. Pacifico: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.B.Pacifico' in the authors string.