Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
confertiflora
ID:
1254265

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 21: 115 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253603

Common Names

  • Ernestia Confertiflora
  • Confertiflora Ernestia
  • Confertiflora Ernestia Vine

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Description

Ernestia confertiflora (also called Confertiflora Ernestia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is usually found in wet, humid forests and can reach heights of up to 10 meters. Its leaves are ovate-elliptic, with a glossy green upper surface and a paler underside.

Uses & Benefits

Ernestia confertiflora is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ernestia confertiflora has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ernestia confertiflora is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Ernestia confertiflora

Ernestia confertiflora can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Ernestia confertiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ernestia confertiflora?

Ernestia confertiflora

What is the common name of Ernestia confertiflora?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Ernestia confertiflora?

Tropical forests

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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