Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
demissum
ID:
243581

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 7: 67 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000242913



Common Names

  • Micrantheum demissum
  • Demissum Magnolia
  • Diminutive Magnolia


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Synonyms

  • Micrantheum demissum microphyllum (Ewart, Jean White & B.Rees) Grüning [unknown]
  • Allenia blackiana Ewart, Jean White & B.Rees [unknown]
  • Allenia blackiana microphylla Ewart, Jean White & B.Rees [unknown]
  • Micrantheum demissum typicum Gruning [unknown]

Description

Micrantheum demissum (also called Micrantheum demissum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Micrantheum demissum is used for its fragrant flowers, which are used in perfumes and as a source of essential oils. Its wood is used for furniture and construction. The plant is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Micrantheum demissum has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The flowers are followed by small, round, red fruits that contain the seeds. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micrantheum demissum is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Micrantheum demissum

Micrantheum demissum is native to India and can be found in the states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, and West Bengal.

Micrantheum demissum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micrantheum demissum?

Micrantheum demissum

What is the family of Micrantheum demissum?

Magnoliaceae

What is the common name of Micrantheum demissum?

Demissum Magnolia

Species in the Micrantheum genus

Species in the Picrodendraceae family

Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,

References