Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
verrucosa
ID:
1305914

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Goldenb., Fraga & A.P.Fontana

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Taxon 61(5): 1054 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318368



Common Names

  • Merianthera verrucosa
  • Verrucosa
  • Merianthera


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Description

Merianthera verrucosa (also called warty merianthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a woody shrub with a spreading habit, and has warty, dark green leaves. It is native to Brazil, and is found in wet, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Merianthera verrucosa is used as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Merianthera verrucosa has small, white flowers that are borne on a spike. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Merianthera verrucosa is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The seeds should be sown on the surface of a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location. The seedlings should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Merianthera verrucosa

Merianthera verrucosa can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.

Merianthera verrucosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Merianthera verrucosa?

Merianthera verrucosa

What is the common name of Merianthera verrucosa?

Verrucosa

What is the natural habitat of Merianthera verrucosa?

Tropical and subtropical forests in Central and South America

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

Claudio Nicoletti de Fraga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fraga' in the authors string.
Renato Goldenberg (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Goldenb.' in the authors string.
André Paviotti Fontana: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Fontana' in the authors string.