Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
subpanduriformis
ID:
1269617

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Cotton & Matezki

Source:
tro

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 55(1): 74 (-76; fig. 1) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268955



Common Names

  • Blakea subpanduriformis
  • Miconia pteroclada
  • Miconia turquinensis


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Description

Blakea subpanduriformis (also called subpanduriform blakea, among many other common names) is a species of blakea in the family Melastomataceae. It is a shrub that grows in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Blakea subpanduriformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a shade tree and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blakea subpanduriformis has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blakea subpanduriformis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and should be rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Blakea subpanduriformis

Blakea subpanduriformis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Blakea subpanduriformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blakea subpanduriformis?

Blakea subpanduriformis

What is the common name of Blakea subpanduriformis?

Subpanduriform blakea

What is the natural habitat of Blakea subpanduriformis?

Blakea subpanduriformis is found in humid montane forests in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia

Species in the Blakea genus

Blakea amabilis, Blakea cuatrecasasii, Blakea fissicalyx, Blakea attenboroughii, Blakea urbaniana, Blakea schlimii, Blakea trinervia, Blakea tuberculata, Blakea aeruginosa, Blakea ciliata, Blakea cuneata, Blakea ferruginea, Blakea granatensis, Blakea grandiflora, Blakea hirsuta, Blakea lindeniana, Blakea ovalis, Blakea podagrica, Blakea pyxidanthus, Blakea repens, Blakea rosea, Blakea rostrata, Blakea rotundifolia, Blakea sawadae, Blakea spruceana, Blakea standleyana, Blakea subconnata, Blakea villosa, Blakea longibracteata, Blakea grisebachii, Blakea brasiliensis, Blakea latifolia, Blakea mexiae, Blakea multiflora, Blakea paludosa, Blakea brunnea, Blakea calycosa, Blakea crinita, Blakea elliptica, Blakea foliacea, Blakea gracilis, Blakea parvifolia, Blakea pauciflora, Blakea wilburiana, Blakea guatemalensis, Blakea purpusii, Blakea quadrangularis, Blakea fuchsioides, Blakea penduliflora, Blakea princeps,

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

Elvira Cotton: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Cotton' in the authors string.
Steffen Matezki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matezki' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:327755-2: Based on the initial data import