Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
weddellii
ID:
1258590

Status:
valid

Authors:
Naudin

Source:
tro

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 16: 144 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001257928



Common Names

  • Miconia Weddellii
  • Weddell's Miconia
  • Weddellii Miconia


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Description

Miconia weddellii (also called Weddell's Miconia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America and is found in moist, lowland forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Miconia weddellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Miconia weddellii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miconia weddellii can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It needs to be protected from strong winds and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Miconia weddellii

Miconia weddellii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Miconia weddellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miconia weddellii?

Miconia weddellii

What is the natural habitat of Miconia weddellii?

Tropical wet forests of Central and South America

What are the common uses of Miconia weddellii?

The leaves are used for medicinal purposes

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,

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