Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
silverstonei
ID:
1254083

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69: 322 (-323) (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253421



Common Names

  • Miconia silverstonei
  • Silverstone's Miconia
  • Silverstone's Miconia


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Description

Miconia silverstonei (also called Miconia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It grows up to 8 meters tall and has large, glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in tropical forests, along riverbanks, and in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia silverstonei is used for its wood and bark, which are used for making furniture, tools, and musical instruments. The plant is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Miconia silverstonei has white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia silverstonei is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist potting mix. Once established, it should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Miconia silverstonei

Miconia silverstonei is native to the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Miconia silverstonei FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Miconia silverstonei?

Miconia silverstonei prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Miconia silverstonei?

Miconia silverstonei prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What type of soil does Miconia silverstonei prefer?

Miconia silverstonei prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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,