Status:
valid
Authors:
R.D.Stone, Ghogue & Cheek
Source:
ipni
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 63(2): 231 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162404
Common Names
- Accedens Memecylon
- Memecylon Tree
- Memecylon accedens
Synonyms
- Memecylon afzelii amoenum Jacq.-Fél. [unknown]
Description
Memecylon accedens (also called 'Accedent Memecylon', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with large, glossy green leaves and white flowers. It is native to Brazil, and is found in moist, shady forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Memecylon accedens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Memecylon accedens is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Memecylon accedens can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Memecylon accedens
Memecylon accedens is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Memecylon accedens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Memecylon accedens?
Memecylon accedens
What is the common name of Memecylon accedens?
Accedens memecylon
What are the natural habitats of Memecylon accedens?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland 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
Jean-Paul Ghogue: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ghogue' in the authors string.