Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
anomala
ID:
1278651

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pittier

Source:
tro

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 6: 196 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277989



Common Names

  • Comolia anomala
  • Comolia
  • Anomala


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Description

Comolia anomala (also called Anomalous Comolia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has small, oval leaves and produces small white flowers in the summer. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Comolia anomala is used as a source of food, medicine, and for making dyes and inks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Comolia anomala is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comolia anomala is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in autumn or early spring. The plants should be grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. They should be watered regularly and fertilized every month during the growing season.

Where to Find Comolia anomala

Comolia anomala is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Comolia anomala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comolia anomala?

Comolia anomala

What is the common name of Comolia anomala?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Comolia anomala?

Tropical forests

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,

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