Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
ellipsoidea
ID:
163118

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb. & Ekman) Ionta, Judd & Skean

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 64(1): 66 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162447



Common Names

  • Ellipsoidea Miconia
  • Miconia Tree
  • Miconia Bush


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Synonyms

  • Ossaea ellipsoidea Urb. & Ekman [unknown]
  • Sagraea ellipsoidea (Urb. & Ekman) Alain [unknown]

Description

Miconia ellipsoidea (also called Elliptical-leaf Miconia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, and it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia ellipsoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Miconia ellipsoidea is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia ellipsoidea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Miconia ellipsoidea

Miconia ellipsoidea is native to Ecuador and can be found in wet montane forests.

Miconia ellipsoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia ellipsoidea?

Miconia ellipsoidea

What is the common name of Miconia ellipsoidea?

Elliptical Miconia

What is the natural habitat of Miconia ellipsoidea?

Tropical rainforests 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

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.
James D. Skean (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skean' in the authors string.
Walter S. Judd (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Judd' in the authors string.
Gretchen M. Ionta: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ionta' in the authors string.