Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
celebicum
ID:
160973

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
ipni

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Flora 14: 487 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160302



Common Names

  • Celebes Melastoma
  • Blue Tongue
  • Purple Tongue


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Description

Melastoma celebicum (also called 'Celebes Melastome', among many other common names) is a shrub species native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is found in moist, shady areas, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Melastoma celebicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melastoma celebicum is a bright pink, five-petalled star-shaped flower. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melastoma celebicum is a shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seeds. The seeds should be sown in a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks.

Where to Find Melastoma celebicum

Melastoma celebicum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Melastoma celebicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melastoma celebicum?

Melastoma celebicum

What is the natural habitat of Melastoma celebicum?

Forests, grasslands, and rocky areas

What are the common names of Melastoma celebicum?

Celebes melastome, Celebes melastoma

Species in the Melastoma genus

Melastoma minahassae, Melastoma pellegrinianum, Melastoma sabahense, Melastoma aculeolatum, Melastoma aureum, Melastoma bauchei, Melastoma beccarianum, Melastoma bensonii, Melastoma borneense, Melastoma boryanum, Melastoma buennemeyeri, Melastoma celebicum, Melastoma ceramense, Melastoma chevalieri, Melastoma culionense, Melastoma curvisepalum, Melastoma cyanoides, Melastoma decipiens, Melastoma eberhardtii, Melastoma elbertii, Melastoma godeffroyi, Melastoma griffithianum, Melastoma harmsianum, Melastoma horridum, Melastoma jenkinsii, Melastoma klossii, Melastoma koordersii, Melastoma lanuginosum, Melastoma magnificum, Melastoma molkenboerii, Melastoma muticum, Melastoma orientale, Melastoma ovalifolium, Melastoma paleaceum, Melastoma patulisetum, Melastoma robustum, Melastoma roemeri, Melastoma subalbidum, Melastoma subgrande, Melastoma sumatranum, Melastoma toppingii, Melastoma trachycaulon, Melastoma trachyphyllum, Melastoma trungii, Melastoma velutinosum, Melastoma vile, Melastoma vulcanicum, Melastoma zollingeri, Melastoma micans, Melastoma pentapetalum,

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,