Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
eimeariana
ID:
1257701

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.B.Martins & Woodgyer

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 189 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001257039



Common Names

  • Eimeariana Fern
  • Marcetia eimeariana
  • Eimeariana Fern


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Description

Marcetia eimeariana (also called Eimeariana Marcetia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is an evergreen shrub with ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Marcetia eimeariana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marcetia eimeariana has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marcetia eimeariana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location with regular watering.

Where to Find Marcetia eimeariana

Marcetia eimeariana is native to Brazil.

Marcetia eimeariana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marcetia eimeariana?

Marcetia eimeariana

What is the common name of Marcetia eimeariana?

Eimear's Marcetia

Where is Marcetia eimeariana found?

It is found in the mountains of Perak, Malaysia

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-50183007: Based on the initial data import
Angela Borges Martins (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.B.Martins' in the authors string.
Elizabeth Mary Woodgyer (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodgyer' in the authors string.