Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
trachyphyllum
ID:
161313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Backer ex Bakh.f.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Contr. Melastom. : 85 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160642



Common Names

  • Melastoma trachyphyllum
  • Trachyphyllum Melastoma
  • Trachyphyllum Blue Tongue


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Synonyms

  • Melastoma longiflorum Naudin [unknown]
  • Melastoma punctatum Korth. [unknown]

Description

Melastoma trachyphyllum (also called Pink Tongue, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall and is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is found in open forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Melastoma trachyphyllum is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melastoma trachyphyllum is a star-shaped, purple flower with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melastoma trachyphyllum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be kept in a warm, sheltered location.

Where to Find Melastoma trachyphyllum

Melastoma trachyphyllum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Melastoma trachyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melastoma trachyphyllum?

Melastoma trachyphyllum

What is the common name of Melastoma trachyphyllum?

Rough-leaved melastome

Where is Melastoma trachyphyllum native to?

India

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

Cornelis Andries Backer (1874-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backer' in the authors string.
Reinier Cornelis Bakhuizen van den Brink hijo (1911-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bakh.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:571307-1: Based on the initial data import