Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
cornifolia
ID:
1259042

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desr.) Naudin

Source:
tro

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 16: 126 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258380



Common Names

  • Cornifolia Miconia
  • Miconia Cornifolia
  • Miconia cornifolia


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Description

Miconia cornifolia (also called 'Horned Miconia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia cornifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural filter for ponds and aquariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Miconia cornifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia cornifolia is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Miconia cornifolia

Miconia cornifolia is native to Central and South America, as well as parts of the Caribbean.

Miconia cornifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia cornifolia?

Miconia cornifolia

What is the common name of Miconia cornifolia?

Miconia

Where is Miconia cornifolia native to?

Brazil

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

Joseph-Auguste Desrousseaux (1753-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desr.' in the authors string.
Charles Victor Naudin (1815-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Naudin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:572336-1: Based on the initial data import