Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
kemamanense
ID:
1578982

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Neo & K.M.Wong

Source:

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 317: 287 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000041832



Common Names

  • Melastoma kemamanense
  • Melastoma
  • Kemamanense Melastoma


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Description

Melastoma kemamanense (also called Kemaman Melastoma, among many other common names) is a shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Melastoma kemamanense is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melastoma kemamanense is white, with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melastoma kemamanense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Melastoma kemamanense

Melastoma kemamanense is native to Malaysia and can be found in the states of Kelantan and Terengganu.

Melastoma kemamanense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melastoma kemamanense?

Melastoma kemamanense

What is the common name of Melastoma kemamanense?

Kemamanense Melastoma

Where can Melastoma kemamanense be found?

Melastoma kemamanense can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

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,