Miconia balansae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balansae
ID:
1518530
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cogn.) R.Goldenb.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 71(1): 88. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000005321
Common Names
- Balansa's Miconia
- Miconia balansae
- Miconia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Miconia balansae (also called Balansa's 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 4 meters in height and has white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Miconia balansae 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 balansae is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong shape. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
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Miconia balansae can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Miconia balansae
Miconia balansae is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Miconia balansae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Miconia balansae?
Miconia balansae
What are the common names of Miconia balansae?
Balansa's miconia, Hawaiian miconia
What is the natural habitat of Miconia balansae?
Miconia balansae is found in wet forests and bogs in Hawaii
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,