Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
viswanathanii
ID:
1547272

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ram.Rajesh, P.Sakth. & C.Rajasekar

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Webbia 76(1): 72. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000027855



Common Names

  • Memecylon Viswanathanii
  • Viswanathanii Memecylon
  • Viswanathanii


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Description

Memecylon viswanathanii (also called Viswanath's Blueberry, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It grows in tropical forests and can reach up to 3 meters in height. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and elliptic in shape. Its flowers are white and its fruits are blue berries.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon viswanathanii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Memecylon viswanathanii is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon viswanathanii is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. When propagating from seeds, it is best to sow them in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to use semi-hardwood cuttings taken from the current season's growth. These should be placed in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Memecylon viswanathanii

Memecylon viswanathanii can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Memecylon viswanathanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon viswanathanii?

Memecylon viswanathanii

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon viswanathanii?

Tropical rainforests

What are the uses of Memecylon viswanathanii?

The leaves of Memecylon viswanathanii are used for medicinal purposes

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,