Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
luctatoris
ID:
1518814

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wurdack) R.Goldenb.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 71(1): 103. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000005605



Common Names

  • Miconia luctatoris
  • Luctatoris Miconia
  • Miconia Luctatoris


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Description

Miconia luctatoris (also called Miconia microphylla, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia luctatoris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Miconia luctatoris is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia luctatoris can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Miconia luctatoris

Miconia luctatoris can be found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica.

Miconia luctatoris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia luctatoris?

Miconia luctatoris

What are the common names of Miconia luctatoris?

Luctator's miconia, Luctator's miconia tree

What is the natural habitat of Miconia luctatoris?

Tropical rainforests, cloud forests

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,