Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
povedae
ID:
1324533

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kriebel & Oviedo

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 126(1): 57 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336987



Common Names

  • Miconia povedae
  • Povedae Miconia
  • Povedae's Miconia


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Description

Miconia povedae (also called Poveda's miconia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to Costa Rica and is found in tropical moist forests. It is also found in secondary forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia povedae has been used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Miconia povedae has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia povedae is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-draining soil. It can tolerate some drought, but should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be propagated from seed, which can be sown directly into the soil, or from cuttings, which can be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a new pot.

Where to Find Miconia povedae

Miconia povedae can be found in Costa Rica.

Miconia povedae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia povedae?

Miconia povedae

What is the common name of Miconia povedae?

Miconia

What type of environment does Miconia povedae prefer?

Humid, tropical areas

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

Ricardo Kriebel (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kriebel' in the authors string.
Ramona Oviedo Prieto (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oviedo' in the authors string.