Status:
valid
Authors:
Small
Source:
tro
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 22: 140 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235141
Description
Micranthes rufidula (also called Micranthes, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It grows in wet and humid habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests, and has lanceolate leaves with a light green color.
Uses & Benefits
Micranthes rufidula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Micranthes rufidula has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed per fruit. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Micranthes rufidula can be propagated by division or by seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is hardy to USDA Zone 9.
Where to Find Micranthes rufidula
Micranthes rufidula is native to Central America and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Micranthes rufidula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Micranthes rufidula?
Micranthes rufidula
What is the common name of Micranthes rufidula?
No common name
What is the habitat of Micranthes rufidula?
It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests
Species in the Micranthes genus
Micranthes palmeri,
Micranthes nivalis,
Micranthes melaleuca,
Micranthes tilingiana,
Micranthes purpurascens,
Micranthes hieraciifolia,
Micranthes mexicana,
Micranthes merkii,
Micranthes redofskyi,
Micranthes gageana,
Micranthes pensylvanica,
Micranthes rufidula,
Micranthes lyallii,
Micranthes nelsoniana,
Micranthes apetala,
Micranthes aprica,
Micranthes californica,
Micranthes davurica,
Micranthes eriophora,
Micranthes fragosa,
Micranthes gaspensis,
Micranthes howellii,
Micranthes integrifolia,
Micranthes marshallii,
Micranthes nidifica,
Micranthes occidentalis,
Micranthes odontoloma,
Micranthes oregana,
Micranthes punctata,
Micranthes reflexa,
Micranthes rhomboidea,
Micranthes texana,
Micranthes tenuis,
Micranthes subapetala,
Micranthes spicata,
Micranthes clavistaminea,
Micranthes pallida,
Micranthes parvula,
Micranthes melanocentra,
Micranthes atrata,
Micranthes lumpuensis,
Micranthes divaricata,
Micranthes davidii,
Micranthes tolmiei,
Micranthes stellaris,
Micranthes foliolosa,
Micranthes ferruginea,
Micranthes bryophora,
Micranthes nudicaulis,
Micranthes razshivinii,
Species in the Saxifragaceae family
Astilbe amabilis,
Astilbe apoensis,
Astilbe biternata,
Astilbe crenatiloba,
Astilbe formosa,
Astilbe glaberrima,
Astilbe grandis,
Astilbe hachijoensis,
Astilbe japonica,
Astilbe khasiana,
Astilbe longicarpa,
Astilbe longipilosa,
Astilbe macrocarpa,
Astilbe macroflora,
Astilbe microphylla,
Astilbe okuyamae,
Astilbe papuana,
Astilbe philippinensis,
Astilbe photeinophylla,
Astilbe platyphylla,
Astilbe rivularis,
Astilbe rubra,
Astilbe shikokiana,
Astilbe simplicifolia,
Astilbe thunbergii,
Astilbe tsushimensis,
Astilbe longipedicellata,
Astilboides tabularis,
Bensoniella oregona,
Bergenia ciliata,
Bergenia crassifolia,
Bergenia emeiensis,
Bergenia hissarica,
Bergenia pacumbis,
Bergenia purpurascens,
Bergenia scopulosa,
Bergenia stracheyi,
Bergenia tianquanensis,
Bergenia ugamica,
Bolandra californica,
Bolandra oregana,
Boykinia aconitifolia,
Boykinia intermedia,
Boykinia lycoctonifolia,
Boykinia major,
Boykinia occidentalis,
Boykinia richardsonii,
Boykinia rotundifolia,
Boykinia richardsonii,
Boykinia cincinnata,