Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
1427131

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb. & Ekman) Judd & Ionta

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 65: 86 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443296



Common Names

  • Macrocarpa Miconia
  • Macrocarpa Wild Plum
  • Macrocarpa Purpleberry


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Description

Miconia macrocarpa (also called Large-fruited Miconia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are simple, with entire margins and a glossy green upper surface. It grows in open woodlands and grasslands, and is drought and frost tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Miconia macrocarpa sub. tuerckheimii (Cogn.) Judd & Ionta
Miconia macrocarpa sub. macrocarpa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Miconia macrocarpa has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia macrocarpa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 4m. It is tolerant of a range of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is usually done through seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Miconia macrocarpa is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Miconia macrocarpa

Miconia macrocarpa is native to Central and South America, mainly in Brazil.

Miconia macrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia macrocarpa?

Miconia macrocarpa

What is the common name of Miconia macrocarpa?

Macrocarp Miconia

Where is Miconia macrocarpa found?

Central and 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

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.
Walter S. Judd (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Judd' in the authors string.
Gretchen M. Ionta: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ionta' in the authors string.