Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
semotum
ID:
1511795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heenan & de Lange

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 49: 22 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001218



Common Names

  • Myoporum Semotum
  • Semotum Myoporum
  • Semotum's Myoporum


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Description

Myoporum semotum (also called Dwarf Myoporum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It has simple, opposite leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Myoporum semotum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and can be used to treat fever, skin diseases, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myoporum semotum is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myoporum semotum is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Myoporum semotum

Myoporum semotum can be found in the Philippines, in the Mindanao region.

Myoporum semotum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myoporum semotum?

Myoporum semotum

What is the common name of Myoporum semotum?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Myoporum semotum?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Myoporum genus

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77118234-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].