Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
myrtifolius
ID:
1317892

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Greuter & R.Rankin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 46: 14 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330346



Common Names

  • Diphyllocalyx myrtifolius
  • Myrtle-leafed Diphyllocalyx
  • Myrtle-leaved Diphyllocalyx


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Description

Diphyllocalyx myrtifolius (also called 'Myrtle-leaved Diphyllocalyx', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Diphyllocalyx myrtifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diphyllocalyx myrtifolius has small white flowers with yellow centers and red-tipped petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a reddish-purple hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diphyllocalyx myrtifolius can be propagated from stem cuttings or seed. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix, in a partially shaded area. Water the soil when it is dry to the touch, and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Diphyllocalyx myrtifolius

Diphyllocalyx myrtifolius is endemic to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangxi and Yunnan.

Diphyllocalyx myrtifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diphyllocalyx myrtifolius?

Diphyllocalyx myrtifolius

What is the common name of Diphyllocalyx myrtifolius?

Myrtifolius Diphyllocalyx

What is the natural habitat of Diphyllocalyx myrtifolius?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Rosa Rankin (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Rankin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60470457-2: 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].