Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
naganoi
ID:
1039333

Status:
valid

Authors:
Z. Iwats., Kiguchi & Tad. Suzuki

Source:
tro

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Hattoria 1: 1 2010

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001038671

Common Names

  • Miyabea naganoi
  • Nagano's Miyabea
  • Nagano's Moss

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Description

Miyabea naganoi (also called 'Nagano's Miyabea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, including Japan, Korea, and China. It is found in moist, shady forests, as well as in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and plantations.

Uses & Benefits

Miyabea naganoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Miyabea naganoi has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miyabea naganoi is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Miyabea naganoi

Miyabea naganoi can be found in Japan.

References

Zennosuke Iwatsuki (1929-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Iwats.' in the authors string.
Hiroshi Kiguchi (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiguchi' in the authors string.
Tadashi Suzuki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tad.Suzuki' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100362157: Based on data supplied by Bryonames