Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
1239917

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wright. 1: 183 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239255



Common Names

  • Spathulata Mouriri
  • Spatulate Mouriri
  • Mouriri Spathulata


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Description

Mouriri spathulata (also called Mouriri spathulata, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to Brazil. It has a dense, rounded crown and can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, at elevations of up to 500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Mouriri spathulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mouriri spathulata var. brachypoda (Urb. & Ekman) Morley
Mouriri spathulata var. spathulata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mouriri spathulata is white, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mouriri spathulata is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best achieved through division of the clump in spring or by taking stem cuttings in summer. Seeds can also be sown in spring.

Where to Find Mouriri spathulata

Mouriri spathulata is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Amazonas and Pará.

Mouriri spathulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mouriri spathulata?

Mouriri spathulata

What is the common name of Mouriri spathulata?

Spathulate Mouriri

What is the natural habitat of Mouriri spathulata?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Mouriri genus

Mouriri myrtilloides, Mouriri cyphocarpa, Mouriri francavillana, Mouriri guianensis, Mouriri angustifolia, Mouriri brachyanthera, Mouriri cauliflora, Mouriri crassifolia, Mouriri elliptica, Mouriri eugeniifolia, Mouriri gardneri, Mouriri muelleri, Mouriri pauciflora, Mouriri sideroxylon, Mouriri trunciflora, Mouriri vernicosa, Mouriri domingensis, Mouriri helleri, Mouriri sagotiana, Mouriri completens, Mouriri exilis, Mouriri gleasoniana, Mouriri steyermarkii, Mouriri osaensis, Mouriri oligantha, Mouriri floribunda, Mouriri myrtifolia, Mouriri grandiflora, Mouriri tessmannii, Mouriri exadenia, Mouriri nigra, Mouriri nervosa, Mouriri apiranga, Mouriri huberi, Mouriri retentipetala, Mouriri peruviana, Mouriri acutiflora, Mouriri angulicosta, Mouriri brevipes, Mouriri collocarpa, Mouriri ficoides, Mouriri latihila, Mouriri longifolia, Mouriri densifoliata, Mouriri rhizophorifolia, Mouriri subumbellata, Mouriri uncitheca, Mouriri micranthera, Mouriri papillosa, Mouriri panamensis,

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,