Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
shepherdii
ID:
163029

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Goldenb. & Reginato

Source:
ipni

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 59(4): 334 (-337; fig. 1) (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162358



Common Names

  • Miconia Shepherdii
  • Shepherdii Miconia
  • Miconia of Shepherdii


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Description

Miconia shepherdii (also called Shepherdii, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to the rainforests of Sulawesi, Indonesia, and is found in humid mountain forests. It is a shade-tolerant species, and is found in both primary and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia shepherdii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Miconia shepherdii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia shepherdii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Miconia shepherdii

Miconia shepherdii can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Brazilian states of Bahia and Espírito Santo.

Miconia shepherdii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia shepherdii?

Miconia shepherdii

What is the common name of Miconia shepherdii?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Miconia shepherdii?

Tropical forests

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

Renato Goldenberg (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Goldenb.' in the authors string.
Marcelo Reginato: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reginato' in the authors string.