Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
lanatifolia
ID:
1331298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Judd, Bécquer & Majure

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Int. J. Pl. Sci. 176(7): 621 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343752



Common Names

  • Lanatifolia Miconia
  • Miconia lanatifolia
  • Lanatifolia Melastome


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Description

Miconia lanatifolia (also called Woolly Miconia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 5 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is native to Central America, and is found in Costa Rica and Panama. It typically grows in moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia lanatifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Miconia lanatifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia lanatifolia is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Miconia lanatifolia

Miconia lanatifolia is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.

Miconia lanatifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia lanatifolia?

Miconia lanatifolia

What is the natural habitat of Miconia lanatifolia?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Miconia lanatifolia?

Spring and summer

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.
Eldis R. Bécquer Granados: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bécquer' in the authors string.
Lucas C. Majure: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Majure' in the authors string.