Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
biolleyana
ID:
1416921

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) Gamba & Almeda

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 179(1): 65 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429386



Common Names

  • Miconia biolleyana
  • Biolley's Miconia
  • Biolley's Miconia


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Description

Miconia biolleyana (also called Biolley's miconia, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to Central America and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a small shrub, usually less than 2 m tall, with small white flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia biolleyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Miconia biolleyana is a white to yellowish-white, tubular corolla with a yellowish-green throat. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, erect, herbaceous plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia biolleyana is a shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and light levels.

Where to Find Miconia biolleyana

Miconia biolleyana is native to Costa Rica.

Miconia biolleyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia biolleyana?

Miconia biolleyana

What is the common name of Miconia biolleyana?

Biolley's Miconia

What is the natural habitat of Miconia biolleyana?

Dry, rocky areas in 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,

References

Frank Almeda (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Almeda' in the authors string.
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Diana Gamba: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamba' in the authors string.