Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
dimorphanthera
ID:
1251879

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 9: 101 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251217



Common Names

  • Meriania dimorphanthera
  • Dimorphanthera Meriania
  • Dimorphanthera Tree


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Description

Meriania dimorphanthera (also called Dimorphanthera Meriania, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with large, oval leaves and white flowers. It is native to Colombia, and is found in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Meriania dimorphanthera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Meriania dimorphanthera are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meriania dimorphanthera is a shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, fertile soil and full sun. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a sandy, well-drained mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright spot until they have rooted.

Where to Find Meriania dimorphanthera

Meriania dimorphanthera is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Meriania dimorphanthera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meriania dimorphanthera?

Meriania dimorphanthera

What is the common name of Meriania dimorphanthera?

Dimorphanthera Meriania

What is the natural habitat of Meriania dimorphanthera?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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,