Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
meyeri
ID:
284001

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaub. & Spach

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient. 5: 57 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283333



Common Names

  • Meyer's Priva
  • Meyer's False Heather
  • Meyer's Privet


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Description

Priva meyeri (also called Meyer's Privet, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Priva meyeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a groundcover in areas with dry, sandy soils. It has a number of medicinal uses, including as an antiseptic, diuretic, and to treat skin infections.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Priva meyeri var. meyeri
Priva meyeri var. madagascariensis Moldenke

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Priva meyeri is small, white, and star-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Priva meyeri is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Priva meyeri

Priva meyeri can be found in Ethiopia

Priva meyeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Priva meyeri?

Priva meyeri

What is the common name of Priva meyeri?

Meyer's Privet

Where is Priva meyeri native to?

South Africa

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

Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:864520-1: 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].