Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
hirtistyla
ID:
1325564

Status:
valid

Authors:
Majure & Judd

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 33: 69 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338018



Common Names

  • Miconia Hirtistyla
  • Hirtistyla Miconia
  • Hirtistyla Velvet-Leaf


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Description

Miconia hirtistyla (also called Hairy-styled Miconia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical America. It has small, white flowers and long, oval leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia hirtistyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Miconia hirtistyla has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, with round, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia hirtistyla is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to tropical Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from the stems and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Miconia hirtistyla

Miconia hirtistyla is found in Mexico and Central America.

Miconia hirtistyla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia hirtistyla?

Miconia hirtistyla

What is the common name of Miconia hirtistyla?

Hirtistyla Miconia

Where is Miconia hirtistyla native to?

East Africa

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

Walter S. Judd (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Judd' in the authors string.
Lucas C. Majure: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Majure' in the authors string.