Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
pellegrinianum
ID:
158721

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Boissieu) Karst.Mey.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Blumea 46(2): 374 (2001): (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158050



Common Names

  • Melastoma pellegrinianum
  • Pellegrin's Melastoma
  • Pellegrin's Melastome


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Synonyms

  • Dissotis pellegriniana Boissieu [unknown]
  • Melastoma acutisepalum E.T.Geddes [unknown]

Description

Melastoma pellegrinianum (also called Pellegrin's Melastoma, among many other common names) is a small shrub with light green leaves that are divided into many small, linear segments. It is native to India, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Melastoma pellegrinianum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Melastoma pellegrinianum has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melastoma pellegrinianum is an evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot, away from strong winds.

Where to Find Melastoma pellegrinianum

Melastoma pellegrinianum can be found in the tropical rainforests of New Guinea.

Melastoma pellegrinianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melastoma pellegrinianum?

Melastoma pellegrinianum

What type of plant is Melastoma pellegrinianum?

A shrub

Where is Melastoma pellegrinianum found?

It is found in Indonesia

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,

References

Karsten Meyer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karst.Mey.' in the authors string.
Henri de Boissieu (1871-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Boissieu' in the authors string.