Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obversa
ID:
1305614

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Legrand) E.Lucas & C.E.Wilson

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 101: 684 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318068



Common Names

  • Myrcia Obversa
  • Obversa Myrcia
  • Obversa's Myrcia


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Description

Myrcia obversa (also called M. obversa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Brazil. It has a tall, upright habit and bears small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Myrcia obversa is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Myrcia obversa are white, small and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrcia obversa is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m in height. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Myrcia obversa

Myrcia obversa is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It can be found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo.

Myrcia obversa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrcia obversa?

Myrcia obversa

What type of plant is Myrcia obversa?

Tree

Where is Myrcia obversa native to?

Brazil

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

C. Diego Legrand (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Legrand' in the authors string.
Eve Lucas (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Lucas' in the authors string.
Christine Elizabeth Wilson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Wilson' in the authors string.