Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
portogallensis
ID:
1334678

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Santiago & Michelang.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 278(2): 133 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347132



Common Names

  • Portogallensis Miconia
  • Miconia of Portogallensis
  • Portogallensis Plant


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Description

Miconia portogallensis (also called Portogall's Miconia, among many other common names) is a large evergreen tree with white flowers. It is native to Brazil and grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia portogallensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Miconia portogallensis is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia portogallensis is a perennial evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist soil.

Where to Find Miconia portogallensis

Miconia portogallensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in tropical rainforests.

Miconia portogallensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia portogallensis?

Miconia portogallensis

What is the common name of Miconia portogallensis?

Portuguese miconia

Where is Miconia portogallensis native to?

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,

References

Fabián A. Michelangeli: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michelang.' in the authors string.
Jesús Ricardo de Santiago Gómez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Santiago' in the authors string.