Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
lateriflorum
ID:
1082193

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Don) Bremek.

Source:
tro

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 37: 196 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001081531

Common Names

  • Memecylon lateriflorum
  • Tropical Mistletoe
  • Mistletoe

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Description

Memecylon lateriflorum (also called Lateriflorous Memecylon, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical regions of Africa. It has small, oval leaves and grows in moist areas. It is found in rainforests, moist woodlands, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon lateriflorum is used for its wood, which is used for making furniture, and its leaves are used for making tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Memecylon lateriflorum are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon lateriflorum is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay, and can tolerate some drought. It can be grown in containers and will spread slowly by rhizomes. It is best to take cuttings in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Memecylon lateriflorum

Memecylon lateriflorum is native to India.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-20303194: Based on the initial data import
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.