Miconia asymmetrica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asymmetrica
ID:
1518515
Status:
valid
Authors:
Michelang.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 71(1): 87. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000005308
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Miconia asymmetrica (also called Asymmetric Miconia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in the Atlantic Forest biome. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height and has white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Miconia asymmetrica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Miconia asymmetrica is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and brown in color. The seedlings are small and thin.
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Miconia asymmetrica can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. For seeds, they should be sown in a well-draining mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Miconia asymmetrica
Miconia asymmetrica is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Miconia asymmetrica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Miconia asymmetrica?
Miconia asymmetrica
What is the common name of Miconia asymmetrica?
Asymmetric Miconia
What is the natural habitat of Miconia asymmetrica?
Miconia asymmetrica is native to the tropical forests of 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,