Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
broccha
ID:
1254077

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69: 316 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253415



Common Names

  • Meriania broccha
  • Broccha's Meriania
  • Broccha's Meriania


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Description

Meriania broccha (also called Meriania, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It grows up to 8 meters tall and has large, glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in tropical forests, along riverbanks, and in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Meriania broccha is used for its wood and bark, which are used for making furniture, tools, and musical instruments. The plant is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Meriania broccha has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meriania broccha is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist potting mix. Once established, it should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Meriania broccha

Meriania broccha is native to the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Meriania broccha FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Meriania broccha?

Meriania broccha prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Meriania broccha?

Meriania broccha prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What type of soil does Meriania broccha prefer?

Meriania broccha prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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,

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