Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
abscondita
ID:
1332457

Status:
valid

Authors:
Majure, Judd & Skean

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 117(971): 330 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344911





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Description

Miconia abscondita (also called Hidden Miconia, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, white flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to Japan and grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia abscondita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Miconia abscondita is white or pinkish-white, with a yellow or orange center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia abscondita is a shrub that is native to Costa Rica. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-draining soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by cuttings or from seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Miconia abscondita

Miconia abscondita is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Miconia abscondita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia abscondita?

Miconia abscondita

What is the common name of Miconia abscondita?

Hidden Miconia

What are the characteristics of Miconia abscondita?

Miconia abscondita is an evergreen shrub with large, oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and white in colour.

Species in the Miconia genus

Miconia alborosea, Miconia berryi, Miconia boxii, Miconia cuatrecasae, Miconia eremita, Miconia haughtii, Miconia japurensis, Miconia lithophila, Miconia picinguabensis, Miconia cipoensis, Miconia renneri, Miconia castaneifolia, Miconia lanuginosa, Miconia shepherdii, Miconia kollmannii, Miconia baumgratziana, Miconia labiakiana, Miconia walterjuddii, Miconia pycnantha, Miconia johnwurdackiana, Miconia carvalhoana, Miconia kriegeriana, Miconia michelangeliana, Miconia manauara, Miconia machinazana, Miconia grandifoliata, Miconia fictilis, Miconia lennartanderssonii, Miconia cinereiformis, Miconia curvipila, Miconia ellipsoidea, Miconia lanceifolia, Miconia portoricensis, Miconia rubrisetulosa, Miconia scabrosa, Miconia scalpta, Miconia tetraptera, Miconia woodsii, Miconia hottensis, Miconia navifolia, Miconia dorsaliporosa, Miconia mazatecana, Miconia acunae, Miconia bicolor, Miconia bucherae, Miconia javorkaeana, Miconia lenticellata, Miconia perelegans, Miconia rhombifolia, Miconia uninervis,

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

James D. Skean (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skean' in the authors string.
Walter S. Judd (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Judd' in the authors string.
Lucas C. Majure: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Majure' in the authors string.