Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
simonisjamesii
ID:
1541123

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Buscal. & Muschl.) Ver.-Lib. & G.Kadereit

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Taxon 69(5): 979. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022584



Common Names

  • Feliciotis simonisjamesii
  • Simonisjamesii Feliciotis
  • Simonisjamesii's Feliciotis


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Description

Feliciotis simonisjamesii (also called Simon's James Feliciotis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows in moist forests and along streams. It has a spreading growth habit and is characterized by its small, oval leaves and its showy, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Feliciotis simonisjamesii has been used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Feliciotis simonisjamesii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, upright stem with a tuft of leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Feliciotis simonisjamesii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10.

Where to Find Feliciotis simonisjamesii

Feliciotis simonisjamesii can be found in China, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Feliciotis simonisjamesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Feliciotis simonisjamesii?

Feliciotis simonisjamesii

What are the common names of Feliciotis simonisjamesii?

Simons-James' Feliciotis

What is the natural habitat of Feliciotis simonisjamesii?

Subtropical and tropical moist lowland 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,