Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
portoricensis
ID:
163121

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alain) Ionta, Judd & Skean

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 64(1): 66 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162450



Common Names

  • Portoricensis Miconia
  • Puerto Rican Miconia
  • Porto Rican Miconia


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Synonyms

  • Sagraea portoricensis (Alain) Alain [unknown]
  • Clidemia pusilliflora Cogn. [unknown]
  • Sagraea pusilliflora (Cogn.) Alain [unknown]
  • Clidemia portoricensis Alain [unknown]

Description

Miconia portoricensis (also called Puerto Rican Miconia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, and it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia portoricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Miconia portoricensis are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia portoricensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Miconia portoricensis

Miconia portoricensis is native to Puerto Rico and can be found in wet montane forests.

Miconia portoricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia portoricensis?

Miconia portoricensis

What is the common name of Miconia portoricensis?

Puerto Rican Miconia

What is the natural habitat of Miconia portoricensis?

Tropical rainforests of Puerto Rico

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

Henri Alain Liogier (1916-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alain' in the authors string.
James D. Skean (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skean' 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.