Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
minor
ID:
243566

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 6: 372 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000242898

Common Names

  • Micrandra minor
  • Minor Magnolia
  • Small Magnolia

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Synonyms

  • Micrandra siphonioides minor (Benth.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Micrandra minor (also called Micrandra minor, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Micrandra minor is used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers. The leaves are used to make tea and the flowers are used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Micrandra minor has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The flowers are followed by small, round, red fruits that contain the seeds. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micrandra minor is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Micrandra minor

Micrandra minor is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Micrandra minor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micrandra minor?

Micrandra minor

What is the family of Micrandra minor?

Magnoliaceae

What is the common name of Micrandra minor?

Minor Magnolia

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-126858: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.