Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
umbellatum
ID:
1269785

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burm.f.

Source:
tro

Year:
1768

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. : 87 (1768)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269123



Common Names

  • Memecylon umbellatum
  • Umbellatum Memecylon
  • Umbellat Memecylon


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Description

Memecylon umbellatum (also called Umbellate Memecylon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It is found in moist forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon umbellatum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Memecylon umbellatum var. contractum (Haines) D.M.Verma
Memecylon umbellatum var. umbellatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Memecylon umbellatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon umbellatum is a tropical shrub native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Memecylon umbellatum

Memecylon umbellatum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Memecylon umbellatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon umbellatum?

Memecylon umbellatum

What is the common name of Memecylon umbellatum?

Umbellate Memecylon

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon umbellatum?

It is found in tropical rainforests in South America.

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,