Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
oblongum
ID:
453997

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. Fl. Peruv. Chil. : 73 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453329



Common Names

  • Myoschilos oblongum
  • Oblong Myoschilos
  • Oblong-leaved Myoschilos


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Synonyms

  • Myoschilos angustus Phil. [unknown]
  • Myoschilos angustata Phil. [unknown]
  • Myoschilos oblonga angustata (Phil.) Macloskie [unknown]

Description

Myoschilos oblongum (also called Myoschilos, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Myoschilos oblongum is a species of shrub that is used for medicinal purposes, as a source of food, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myoschilos oblongum has small white flowers with 4 petals and 4 stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myoschilos oblongum is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Myoschilos oblongum

Myoschilos oblongum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Myoschilos oblongum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myoschilos oblongum?

Myoschilos oblongum

What type of plant is Myoschilos oblongum?

It is a species of shrub

Where does Myoschilos oblongum grow?

It grows in tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Myoschilos genus

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2510558: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.