Micrantheum serpentinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serpentinum
ID:
243590
Status:
valid
Authors:
Orchard
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Aspects Tasmanian Bot. : 60 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000242922
Common Names
- Micrantheum serpentinum
- Serpentinum Magnolia
- Serpentine Magnolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Micrantheum serpentinum (also called Micrantheum serpentinum, 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 serpentinum is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Micrantheum serpentinum is small and white with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with white, six-petaled flowers.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Micrantheum serpentinum 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 serpentinum
Micrantheum serpentinum is native to India and can be found in the states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, and West Bengal.
Micrantheum serpentinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Micrantheum serpentinum?
Micrantheum serpentinum
What type of plant is Micrantheum serpentinum?
Evergreen shrub
Where does Micrantheum serpentinum originate from?
China
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-126887: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.