Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
caudatum
ID:
161380

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
ipni

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1930: 324 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160709



Common Names

  • Caudate Memecylon
  • Caudate Blueberry
  • Caudate Bush


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Description

Memecylon caudatum (also called Tail-flower Blueberry Ash, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows to a height of up to 10 m and has a grey-brown bark. It has simple, alternate leaves that are up to 8 cm long and 2 cm wide. The flowers are white and bell-shaped, and the fruits are small, blue-black berries.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon caudatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant. The leaves of this plant can be used as a green manure and the flowers have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Memecylon caudatum is white or pinkish in colour. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon caudatum can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Memecylon caudatum

Memecylon caudatum is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Memecylon caudatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon caudatum?

Memecylon caudatum

What is the common name of Memecylon caudatum?

Tailed Memecylon

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon caudatum?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Memecylon genus

Memecylon talbotianum, Memecylon manickamii, Memecylon sivadasanii, Memecylon gopalanii, Memecylon acrocarpum, Memecylon acuminatissimum, Memecylon acuminatum, Memecylon amherstianum, Memecylon andamanicum, Memecylon azurinii, Memecylon basilanense, Memecylon borneense, Memecylon brachybotrys, Memecylon bracteolatum, Memecylon calderense, Memecylon campanulatum, Memecylon cantleyi, Memecylon caudatum, Memecylon celebicum, Memecylon ceramense, Memecylon cerasiforme, Memecylon chevalieri, Memecylon cinereum, Memecylon clarkeanum, Memecylon conocarpum, Memecylon constrictum, Memecylon cordifolium, Memecylon corticosum, Memecylon crassifolium, Memecylon cuneatum, Memecylon dallmannense, Memecylon discolor, Memecylon durum, Memecylon elaeagni, Memecylon elegans, Memecylon ellipticum, Memecylon elliptifolium, Memecylon elongatum, Memecylon flavescens, Memecylon floridum, Memecylon fruticosum, Memecylon fuscescens, Memecylon garcinioides, Memecylon geddesianum, Memecylon geoffrayi, Memecylon gibbosum, Memecylon giganteum, Memecylon gracile, Memecylon gracilipes, Memecylon gracillimum,

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,