Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
tirunelvelicum
ID:
1260634

Status:
valid

Authors:
Murugan, Manickam & Sundaresan

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Novon 11(2): 197 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259972

Common Names

  • Memecylon tirunelvelicum
  • Tirunelvelicum Memecylon
  • Tirunelvelicum

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Description

Memecylon tirunelvelicum (also called Tirunelveli memecylon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a shrub, usually reaching a height of 1-2 m. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama, and grows in tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon tirunelvelicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for fodder and as a dye. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, skin diseases, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Memecylon tirunelvelicum is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon tirunelvelicum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn from semi-ripe shoots and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly until established.

Where to Find Memecylon tirunelvelicum

Memecylon tirunelvelicum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Memecylon tirunelvelicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon tirunelvelicum?

Memecylon tirunelvelicum

What is the common name of Memecylon tirunelvelicum?

Tirunelveli Memecylon

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon tirunelvelicum?

Dry deciduous forests

Species in the Memecylon genus

Memecylon talbotianum, Memecylon manickamii, Memecylon sivadasanii, Memecylon gopalanii, Memecylon acrocarpum, Memecylon acuminatissimum, Memecylon acuminatum, Memecylon amherstianum, Memecylon andamanicum, Memecylon azurinii, Memecylon basilanense, Memecylon borneense, Memecylon brachybotrys, Memecylon bracteolatum, Memecylon calderense, Memecylon campanulatum, Memecylon cantleyi, Memecylon caudatum, Memecylon celebicum, Memecylon ceramense, Memecylon cerasiforme, Memecylon chevalieri, Memecylon cinereum, Memecylon clarkeanum, Memecylon conocarpum, Memecylon constrictum, Memecylon cordifolium, Memecylon corticosum, Memecylon crassifolium, Memecylon cuneatum, Memecylon dallmannense, Memecylon discolor, Memecylon durum, Memecylon elaeagni, Memecylon elegans, Memecylon ellipticum, Memecylon elliptifolium, Memecylon elongatum, Memecylon flavescens, Memecylon floridum, Memecylon fruticosum, Memecylon fuscescens, Memecylon garcinioides, Memecylon geddesianum, Memecylon geoffrayi, Memecylon gibbosum, Memecylon giganteum, Memecylon gracile, Memecylon gracilipes, Memecylon gracillimum,

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

Visuvasam Sosai Manickam (1944-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Manickam' in the authors string.
Chidambaram Murugan (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Murugan' in the authors string.
V. Sundaresan (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sundaresan' in the authors string.