Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
barinensis
ID:
1083617

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Morley) Morley in Lasser

Source:
tro

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Fl. Venez. 8(2): 760 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001082955

Common Names

  • Mouriri Barinensis
  • Barinensis Mouriri
  • Barinas Mouriri

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Description

Mouriri barinensis (also called 'Barinensis Mouriri', among many other common names) is a small tree native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves that are dark green on top and light green underneath. It prefers moist, shady areas and grows best in soil that is rich in organic matter.

Uses & Benefits

Mouriri barinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mouriri barinensis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mouriri barinensis is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It can tolerate partial shade but may need additional water in hot, dry climates. It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape.

Where to Find Mouriri barinensis

Mouriri barinensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Species in the Mouriri genus

Mouriri myrtilloides, Mouriri cyphocarpa, Mouriri francavillana, Mouriri guianensis, Mouriri angustifolia, Mouriri brachyanthera, Mouriri cauliflora, Mouriri crassifolia, Mouriri elliptica, Mouriri eugeniifolia, Mouriri gardneri, Mouriri muelleri, Mouriri pauciflora, Mouriri sideroxylon, Mouriri trunciflora, Mouriri vernicosa, Mouriri domingensis, Mouriri helleri, Mouriri sagotiana, Mouriri completens, Mouriri exilis, Mouriri gleasoniana, Mouriri steyermarkii, Mouriri osaensis, Mouriri oligantha, Mouriri floribunda, Mouriri myrtifolia, Mouriri grandiflora, Mouriri tessmannii, Mouriri exadenia, Mouriri nigra, Mouriri nervosa, Mouriri apiranga, Mouriri huberi, Mouriri retentipetala, Mouriri peruviana, Mouriri acutiflora, Mouriri angulicosta, Mouriri brevipes, Mouriri collocarpa, Mouriri ficoides, Mouriri latihila, Mouriri longifolia, Mouriri densifoliata, Mouriri rhizophorifolia, Mouriri subumbellata, Mouriri uncitheca, Mouriri micranthera, Mouriri papillosa, Mouriri panamensis,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-20304823: Based on the initial data import
Tobías Lasser (1911-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lasser' in the authors string.
Thomas Morley (1917-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morley' in the authors string.