Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
myriocarpum
ID:
238304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 26: 467 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237636



Common Names

  • Antidesma myriocarpum
  • Myriocarpum Antidesma
  • Myriocarpum Tree


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Synonyms

  • Antidesma myriocarpum puberulum Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Antidesma myriocarpum (also called the Myriocarpum Antidesma, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to South America. It grows in humid forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters. It has a single, thin, upright stem with a single, thin, upright leaf. The flower is small, with a white lip and yellow sepals and petals.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma myriocarpum is used as a food source, as a medicinal plant, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antidesma myriocarpum is small and has a yellow-greenish color. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-greenish color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma myriocarpum is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or air layering. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a warm, moist environment. Air layering can be done by wrapping the stem in moist sphagnum moss and covering with a plastic bag.

Where to Find Antidesma myriocarpum

Antidesma myriocarpum is native to Colombia and can be found in montane forests at elevations of 1,400 to 2,400 meters.

Antidesma myriocarpum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Antidesma myriocarpum?

Antidesma myriocarpum prefers temperatures between 60-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of light does Antidesma myriocarpum need?

Antidesma myriocarpum prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Antidesma myriocarpum?

Water Antidesma myriocarpum once a week, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Species in the Antidesma genus

Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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