Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpum
ID:
161498

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thwaites

Source:
ipni

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 110 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160827



Common Names

  • Blueberry Ash
  • Blueberry Myrtle
  • Blueberry Satinash


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Description

Memecylon macrocarpum (also called Large-fruited Memecylon, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows up to 8 meters in height and has large, oval-shaped leaves. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in tropical evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon macrocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, wounds, and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Memecylon macrocarpum is a white or yellowish-white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Memecylon macrocarpum can be done by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Layering can be done by bending a branch down to the ground and burying it in the soil. The branch should be left in place until it has rooted and can be cut off from the parent plant.

Where to Find Memecylon macrocarpum

Memecylon macrocarpum can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Memecylon macrocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon macrocarpum?

Memecylon macrocarpum

What are the common names of Memecylon macrocarpum?

Large-fruited Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon macrocarpum?

Rainforest and moist areas

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,