Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
xiphophyllum
ID:
1280336

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.D.Stone

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 28(2): 344 (-346; fig. 4) (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279674



Common Names

  • Xiphophyllum Memecylon
  • Memecylon xiphophyllum
  • Memecylon xiphophyllum


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Description

Memecylon xiphophyllum (also called Sword-leaved Memecylon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters in height. It is native to China, Nepal, and India, and can be found in forests, scrub, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon xiphophyllum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Memecylon xiphophyllum has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like formation. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon xiphophyllum is a shrub that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Memecylon xiphophyllum

Memecylon xiphophyllum is native to India.

Memecylon xiphophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon xiphophyllum?

Memecylon xiphophyllum

What is the common name of Memecylon xiphophyllum?

Sword-Leaved Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon xiphophyllum?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,