Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
afzelii
ID:
161349

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) A.Fern. & R.Fern.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Mem. Soc. Brot. 11: 13. 1956

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160678



Common Names

  • Afzel's Melastomastrum
  • Afzel's Tongue
  • Afzel's Flower


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Synonyms

  • Dissotis paucistellata Stapf [unknown]
  • Dissotis lecomteana Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
  • Dissotis afzelii Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Melastomastrum afzelii dialonkeanum Jacq.-Fél. [unknown]
  • Melastomastrum afzelii lecomteanum (Hutch. & Dalz.) Jacq.-Fél. [unknown]
  • Melastomastrum afzelii paucistellatum (Stapf) Jacq.-Fél. [unknown]

Description

Melastomastrum afzelii (also called Afzelius' Melastomastrum, 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

Melastomastrum afzelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melastomastrum afzelii 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

Melastomastrum afzelii 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 Melastomastrum afzelii

Melastomastrum afzelii is native to the Caribbean and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Melastomastrum afzelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melastomastrum afzelii?

Melastomastrum afzelii

What is the common name of Melastomastrum afzelii?

Afzelius' melastome

Where is Melastomastrum afzelii native to?

India

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Rosette Batarda Fernandes (1916-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Fern.' in the authors string.
Abílio Fernandes (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Fern.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:571368-1: Based on the initial data import