Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
harmsianum
ID:
161078

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lauterb.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Nachtr. Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee [Schumann & Lauterbach] 328. 1905

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160407



Common Names

  • Harms' Melastoma
  • Malay Apple
  • Blue Tongue


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Description

Melastoma harmsianum (also called Harms' Melastoma, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has small, white flowers and long, oval leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Melastoma harmsianum is used for ornamental purposes. Its flowers are attractive and can be used to decorate gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melastoma harmsianum is a bright pink or purple color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melastoma harmsianum is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and the Pacific. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings can also be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Melastoma harmsianum

Melastoma harmsianum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests and open grasslands.

Melastoma harmsianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melastoma harmsianum?

Melastoma harmsianum

What is the natural habitat of Melastoma harmsianum?

Forests, grasslands, and rocky areas

What are the common names of Melastoma harmsianum?

Harms' melastome, Harms' 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,