Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
cayennensis
ID:
244250

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.D.Penn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 52: 220. 1990

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243582



Common Names

  • Micropholis cayennensis
  • Cayennensis Micropholis
  • Cayennensis Orchid


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Description

Micropholis cayennensis (also called Cayenne Micropholis, among many other common names) is a small tree native to South America. It has small, white flowers and leathery, dark green leaves. It is found in tropical rainforests in French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela.

Uses & Benefits

Micropholis cayennensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge plant. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used as a flavoring in cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Micropholis cayennensis is yellow and has a white center. The seed is small and round with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are green and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micropholis cayennensis can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Micropholis cayennensis

Micropholis cayennensis is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Micropholis cayennensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micropholis cayennensis?

Micropholis cayennensis

What is the common name of Micropholis cayennensis?

Cayennensis

Where is Micropholis cayennensis native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Micropholis genus

Micropholis acutangula, Micropholis brochidodroma, Micropholis casiquiarensis, Micropholis caudata, Micropholis cayennensis, Micropholis compta, Micropholis crassipedicellata, Micropholis crotonoides, Micropholis cylindrocarpa, Micropholis egensis, Micropholis emarginata, Micropholis garciniifolia, Micropholis gardneriana, Micropholis gnaphaloclados, Micropholis grandiflora, Micropholis guyanensis, Micropholis humboldtiana, Micropholis longipedicellata, Micropholis macrophylla, Micropholis madeirensis, Micropholis maguirei, Micropholis melinoniana, Micropholis mensalis, Micropholis obscura, Micropholis polita, Micropholis porphyrocarpa, Micropholis resinifera, Micropholis retusa, Micropholis rugosa, Micropholis sanctae-rosae, Micropholis spectabilis, Micropholis splendens, Micropholis submarginalis, Micropholis suborbicularis, Micropholis trunciflora, Micropholis venamoensis, Micropholis venulosa, Micropholis williamii,

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

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