Description
Miconia dioica (also called Dioecious miconia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests, tropical moist montane forests, and wet premontane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Miconia dioica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Miconia dioica has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Miconia dioica is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems, and the cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.