Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baill.) Guillaumin
Source:
ksu
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 67: 66 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453240
Common Names
- Myrtopsis Myrtoidea
- Myrtoidea Myrtopsis
- Myrtoidea Myrtle
Description
Myrtopsis myrtoidea (also called Myrtle-like Myrtopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to South America, where it is found in wet montane forests. It is a shade-tolerant species and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Myrtopsis myrtoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myrtopsis myrtoidea has small, white flowers with yellow stamens and a single seed in each fruit. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myrtopsis myrtoidea can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Myrtopsis myrtoidea
Myrtopsis myrtoidea is native to the Caribbean region.
Myrtopsis myrtoidea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrtopsis myrtoidea?
Myrtopsis myrtoidea
What is the common name of Myrtopsis myrtoidea?
Myrtle-like Myrtopsis
What is the natural habitat of Myrtopsis myrtoidea?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Myrtopsis genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,