Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
theifolium
ID:
1279504

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Don) A.Fern. & R.Fern.

Source:
tro

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Mem. Soc. Brot. xi. 14 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278842



Common Names

  • Melastomastrum theifolium
  • Theifolium Melastomastrum
  • Theifolium Tree


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Description

Melastomastrum theifolium (also called Melastomastrum sp. 'Theifolium', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a spreading growth habit with small, oval-shaped leaves and grows best in a substrate of nutrient-rich soil. This plant is found in moist, shady areas in its native regions and prefers a warm, humid environment.

Uses & Benefits

Melastomastrum theifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Melastomastrum theifolium var. controversum (A.Chev. & Jacq.-Fél.) Jacq.-Fél.
Melastomastrum theifolium var. theifolium

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Melastomastrum theifolium has small yellow flowers that are clustered in axillary cymes. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melastomastrum theifolium is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.

Where to Find Melastomastrum theifolium

Melastomastrum theifolium is a species of tree found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Melastomastrum theifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melastomastrum theifolium?

Melastomastrum theifolium

What is the common name of Melastomastrum theifolium?

Theifolium melastomastrum

What type of plant is Melastomastrum theifolium?

Herbaceous perennial

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50300322: Based on the initial data import
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' 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.