Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
gitingense
ID:
1235601

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
tro

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. iv. 1195 (1911).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001234939



Common Names

  • Memecylon gitingense
  • Giting Memecylon
  • Gitingense Memecylon


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Description

Memecylon gitingense (also called Gitingense Memecylon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Argentina. It grows up to 2 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon gitingense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Memecylon gitingense has a single, small, white flower with a yellow center. Seed: The seed of Memecylon gitingense is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Memecylon gitingense are small, with bright green leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon gitingense is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in a well-prepared seedbed and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Memecylon gitingense

Memecylon gitingense is native to the Philippines and can be found in the wild in moist and shady areas of the country.

Memecylon gitingense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon gitingense?

Memecylon gitingense

What is the common name of Memecylon gitingense?

Gitingense Memecylon

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon gitingense?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

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,