Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
macroptera
ID:
1518819

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Naudin) Michelang.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 71(1): 104. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000005610



Common Names

  • Miconia macroptera
  • Macroptera Miconia
  • Miconia Macroptera


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Description

Miconia macroptera (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 macroptera 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 macroptera 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 macroptera can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist medium. The plants should be grown in a warm, humid environment with partial shade.

Where to Find Miconia macroptera

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

Miconia macroptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia macroptera?

Miconia macroptera

What are the common names of Miconia macroptera?

Large-winged miconia, Large-winged miconia tree

What is the natural habitat of Miconia macroptera?

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,