Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
basilensis
ID:
1269559

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
tro

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 22A(17): 44 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268897



Common Names

  • Basil Miconia
  • Miconia basilensis
  • Miconia


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Description

Miconia basilensis (also called Basil Miconia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical moist forests, montane forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia basilensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Miconia basilensis has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and wingless. Seedlings are small and have two needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Miconia basilensis: This species is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. Once established, the plants can tolerate full sun and can be grown in a wide range of soils.

Where to Find Miconia basilensis

Miconia basilensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Miconia basilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia basilensis?

Miconia basilensis

What is the common name of Miconia basilensis?

White-veined Miconia

Where is Miconia basilensis native to?

Central 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

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:158774-2: Based on the initial data import