Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
hirta
ID:
1221840

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn. ex Rusby

Source:
tro

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 3(3): 31 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001221178



Common Names

  • Miconia hirta
  • Hirta Miconia
  • Hirta


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Description

Miconia hirta (also called the Hairy Miconia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia hirta is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for wild animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Miconia hirta are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia hirta is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Miconia hirta

Miconia hirta is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Miconia hirta FAQ

What is the common name of Miconia hirta?

Hairy Miconia

What is the natural habitat of Miconia hirta?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

What is the average height of Miconia hirta?

Up to 10 feet

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50007838: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.