Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
paralongicollis
ID:
1518896

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Judd, Ionta, Clase & Skean) Judd & Bécquer

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 71(1): 108. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000005687



Common Names

  • Miconia paralongicollis
  • Paralongicollis Miconia
  • Miconia Lichen


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Description

Miconia paralongicollis (also called Miconia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It is found in disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, pastures, and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia paralongicollis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Miconia paralongicollis is white, with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, black, oblong shape. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia paralongicollis is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 5 m tall. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used.

Where to Find Miconia paralongicollis

Miconia paralongicollis can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru.

Miconia paralongicollis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia paralongicollis?

Miconia paralongicollis

What is the family of Miconia paralongicollis?

Melastomataceae

What is the native range of Miconia paralongicollis?

Brazil

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,