Micropera sheryliae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sheryliae
ID:
472806
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.O'Byrne & J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Malayan Orchid Rev. 36: 63 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472138
Common Names
- Sheryliae Micropera
- Sheryliae Daisy
- Sheryliae Daisy Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Micropera sheryliae (also called 'Sheryl's Micropera', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South Africa. It is an evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Micropera sheryliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Micropera sheryliae are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Micropera sheryliae is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained medium. Rooting hormone can be used to increase the chances of successful propagation.
Where to Find Micropera sheryliae
Micropera sheryliae is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.
Micropera sheryliae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Micropera sheryliae?
Micropera sheryliae
What is the natural habitat of Micropera sheryliae?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in South America.
What is the blooming season of Micropera sheryliae?
It blooms in the spring and summer months.
Species in the Micropera genus
Micropera callosa, Micropera cochinchinensis, Micropera costulata, Micropera draco, Micropera fasciculata, Micropera fuscolutea, Micropera loheri, Micropera mannii, Micropera obtusa, Micropera pallida, Micropera philippinensis, Micropera poilanei, Micropera proboscidea, Micropera rostratum, Micropera secunda, Micropera sterrophylla, Micropera thailandica, Micropera uncinata, Micropera utriculosa, Micropera sheryliae, Micropera edanoi, Micropera tibetica,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-254478: Based on the initial data import
Peter O'Byrne (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O'Byrne' in the authors string.
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.