Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
ventricosa
ID:
1519069

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Almeda) Almeda

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 71(1): 117. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000005860



Common Names

  • Miconia Ventricosa
  • Ventricosa Miconia
  • Miconia Ventricosa


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Description

Miconia ventricosa (also called Bloated Miconia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 15 feet tall. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in moist forests and disturbed areas. It has oblong to ovate leaves that are dark green and glossy on the upper surface and pale green on the lower surface.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia ventricosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It has a beautiful white flower and is a great addition to any garden. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin ailments, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Miconia ventricosa is white or pink in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia ventricosa is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within a few weeks.

Where to Find Miconia ventricosa

Miconia ventricosa can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Miconia ventricosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia ventricosa?

Miconia ventricosa

What is the family of Miconia ventricosa?

Melastomataceae

What is the native range of Miconia ventricosa?

Central America

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,