Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
alternifolia
ID:
1280678

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Alain

Source:
tro

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Contr. Ocas. Mus. Hist. Nat. Colegio "De La Salle" n.° 14: 2 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280016



Common Names

  • Miconia alternifolia
  • Alternate-Leaved Miconia
  • Alternate-Leaved Miconia


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Description

Miconia alternifolia (also called 'Alternate-leaved Miconia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has alternate, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia alternifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have many health benefits such as reducing inflammation, improving digestion, and boosting the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Miconia alternifolia is small and white. The seed is a small, round, black shape. The seedlings are small and have green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia alternifolia is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is best propagated in spring or early summer, when the soil is warm. Sow the seeds directly into the ground, covering them lightly with soil. Keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. Transplant the seedlings when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Miconia alternifolia

Miconia alternifolia can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Miconia alternifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia alternifolia?

Miconia alternifolia

What is the common name of Miconia alternifolia?

Alternate-leaved miconia

What is the native range of Miconia alternifolia?

Central and South America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50307381: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Henri Alain Liogier (1916-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alain' in the authors string.