Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
scolopacinum
ID:
161579

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 1(1): 40 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160908



Common Names

  • Scolopacinum Memecylon
  • Scolopacinum Blueberry
  • Scolopacinum Mountain Blueberry


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Description

Memecylon scolopacinum (also called 'White Memecylon', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and fruits. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands, and is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon scolopacinum is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Memecylon scolopacinum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon scolopacinum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Memecylon scolopacinum

Memecylon scolopacinum is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats.

Memecylon scolopacinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon scolopacinum?

Memecylon scolopacinum

What is the common name of Memecylon scolopacinum?

Scolopacinum Memecylon

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon scolopacinum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed 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,