Description
Miconia lucida (also called Shiny Miconia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests, montane forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Miconia lucida is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Miconia lucida has small, white flowers with five petals. The flowers are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.