Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
humifusa
ID:
1328725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jan.M.Burke & Michelang.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 188(3): 130 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341179



Common Names

  • Miconia Humifusa
  • Humifusa Miconia
  • Humifusa Miconia Tree


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Description

Miconia humifusa (also called 'Humifusa Miconia' and 'Humifusa', among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Central and South America. It is a small tree that grows up to 6 meters in height and has large, glossy leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia humifusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Miconia humifusa has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia humifusa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in partial shade and kept well-watered.

Where to Find Miconia humifusa

Miconia humifusa is native to Ecuador and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Miconia humifusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia humifusa?

Miconia humifusa

What are the common names of Miconia humifusa?

Prostrate miconia, Creeping miconia

Where does Miconia humifusa grow?

Miconia humifusa is native to 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

Fabián A. Michelangeli: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michelang.' in the authors string.
Janelle M. Burke: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jan.M.Burke' in the authors string.