Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
aguaditensis
ID:
1322218

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humberto Mend. & Fern.Alonso

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 69(2): 264 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334672



Common Names

  • Meriania aguaditensis
  • Aguadita Meriania
  • Aguadita Meriania


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Description

Meriania aguaditensis (also called Meriania aguaditensis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It is typically found in humid forests, at altitudes of up to 1000 m. It has an upright growth habit and can reach up to 3 m in height. Its leaves are glossy and dark green, and its flowers are white and tubular.

Uses & Benefits

Meriania aguaditensis is a flowering plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive blue flowers. It is also used as an ornamental plant in flower beds and borders. The leaves of the plant can also be used as a herbal remedy for treating digestive issues such as indigestion and nausea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Meriania aguaditensis are white and tubular, with a yellow throat. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meriania aguaditensis is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Meriania aguaditensis

Meriania aguaditensis can be found in Colombia.

Meriania aguaditensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meriania aguaditensis?

Meriania aguaditensis

What is the common name of Meriania aguaditensis?

Aguaditensis Meriania

What is the natural habitat of Meriania aguaditensis?

Grassy slopes and meadows

Species in the Meriania genus

Meriania axinaeoides, Meriania selvaflorensis, Meriania horrida, Meriania arborea, Meriania calophylla, Meriania calyptrata, Meriania excelsa, Meriania glabra, Meriania involucrata, Meriania longipes, Meriania nobilis, Meriania paniculata, Meriania prunifolia, Meriania pulcherrima, Meriania quintuplinervis, Meriania radula, Meriania rigida, Meriania robusta, Meriania sclerophylla, Meriania splendens, Meriania tetraquetra, Meriania urceolata, Meriania weberbaueri, Meriania hexamera, Meriania rugosa, Meriania macrophylla, Meriania panamensis, Meriania leucantha, Meriania acida, Meriania tomentosa, Meriania tetragona, Meriania crassiramis, Meriania axinioides, Meriania boliviensis, Meriania vilcabambensis, Meriania cuzcoana, Meriania vargasii, Meriania amischophylla, Meriania sanguinea, Meriania maxima, Meriania acostae, Meriania mexiae, Meriania ampla, Meriania pastazana, Meriania campii, Meriania drakei, Meriania maguirei, Meriania amplexicaulis, Meriania kirkbridei, Meriania costata,

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,

References

José Luis Fernández Alonso (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fern.Alonso' in the authors string.
Humberto Mendoza (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humberto Mend.' in the authors string.