Description
Meriania splendens (also called Splendid Meriania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to the Amazon region of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It usually grows in tropical rainforest habitats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Meriania splendens is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is an oblong, dark brown capsule with a pointed tip. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Where to Find Meriania splendens
Meriania splendens is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It can be found in tropical rainforests, at elevations between 500 and 2,000 meters.