Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
pseudopinetorum
ID:
1331301

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Borhidi & O.Muñiz) Judd, Bécquer & Majure

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Int. J. Pl. Sci. 176(7): 622 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343755



Common Names

  • Pseudopinetorum Miconia
  • Miconia pseudopinetorum
  • Pseudopinetorum Melastome


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Description

Miconia pseudopinetorum (also called False Pinetorum Miconia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 5 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is native to Central America, and is found in Costa Rica and Panama. It typically grows in moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia pseudopinetorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Miconia pseudopinetorum are white and small, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia pseudopinetorum is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Miconia pseudopinetorum

Miconia pseudopinetorum is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.

Miconia pseudopinetorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia pseudopinetorum?

Miconia pseudopinetorum

What is the natural habitat of Miconia pseudopinetorum?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Miconia pseudopinetorum?

Spring and summer

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

Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Onaney Muñiz Gutiérrez (1937-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Muñiz' in the authors string.
Walter S. Judd (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Judd' in the authors string.
Eldis R. Bécquer Granados: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bécquer' in the authors string.
Lucas C. Majure: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Majure' in the authors string.