Casearia michelsonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
michelsonii
ID:
916333
Status:
valid
Authors:
Breteler
Source:
cmp
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 63: 107 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000915668
Common Names
- Casearia michelsonii
- Michelsonii Casearia
- Casearia Michelsonii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Casearia michelsonii (also called 'Michelson's Casearia', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It has a smooth, grey trunk and small, glossy green leaves. It is found in lowland rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest.
Uses & Benefits
Casearia michelsonii is a species of flowering plant native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also known to have antifungal and antibacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Casearia michelsonii has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have short, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Casearia michelsonii is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, well-lit area.
Where to Find Casearia michelsonii
Casearia michelsonii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Casearia michelsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Casearia michelsonii?
Casearia michelsonii
What is the natural habitat of Casearia michelsonii?
It is found in tropical rainforests in South America.
What is the average height of Casearia michelsonii?
It can reach a height of up to 10 meters.
Species in the Casearia genus
Casearia michelsonii, Casearia espiritosantensis, Casearia aculeata, Casearia acuminata, Casearia adiantoides, Casearia aequilateralis, Casearia albicans, Casearia altiplanensis, Casearia amplectens, Casearia amplissima, Casearia andamanica, Casearia angiensis, Casearia angustifolia, Casearia anisophylla, Casearia annamensis, Casearia aquifolia, Casearia arborea, Casearia archboldiana, Casearia arfakensis, Casearia arguta, Casearia astyla, Casearia atlantica, Casearia auriculata, Casearia bahiensis, Casearia barteri, Casearia bartlettii, Casearia battiscombei, Casearia bissei, Casearia bourdillonii, Casearia brassii, Casearia brideliifolia, Casearia brunneostriata, Casearia buelowii, Casearia cajambrensis, Casearia calciphila, Casearia calva, Casearia capitellata, Casearia carrii, Casearia catharinensis, Casearia cauliflora, Casearia clarkei, Casearia clutiifolia, Casearia combaymensis, Casearia comocladifolia, Casearia condorensis, Casearia congensis, Casearia coriacea, Casearia coriacea, Casearia coriifolia, Casearia coronata,
Species in the Salicaceae family
Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-4606583: Based on the initial data import
Franciscus Jozef Breteler (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Breteler' in the authors string.