Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
compressicaulis
ID:
1251882

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 9: 104 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251220



Common Names

  • Miconia compressicaulis
  • Compressed-stem Miconia
  • Compressed-stem Melastome


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Description

Miconia compressicaulis (also called Compressed-stem Miconia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with large, oval leaves and white flowers. It is native to Colombia, and is found in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia compressicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Miconia compressicaulis are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia compressicaulis is a shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, fertile soil and full sun. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a sandy, well-drained mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright spot until they have rooted.

Where to Find Miconia compressicaulis

Miconia compressicaulis is found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica.

Miconia compressicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia compressicaulis?

Miconia compressicaulis

What is the common name of Miconia compressicaulis?

Compressed-stem Miconia

What is the natural habitat of Miconia compressicaulis?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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,