Memecylon macrophyllum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrophyllum
ID:
161499
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thwaites
Source:
ipni
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 111 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160828
Common Names
- Large-leaved Memecylon
- Large-leaved Satinash
- Large-leaved Velvetberry
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Memecylon macrophyllum (also called Large-leaved Memecylon, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows up to 10 meters in height and has large, glossy leaves. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in tropical evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Memecylon macrophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, cold, and cough.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Memecylon macrophyllum is a white or yellowish-white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.
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Cultivation and propagation of Memecylon macrophyllum can be done by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Layering can be done by bending a branch down to the ground and burying it in the soil. The branch should be left in place until it has rooted and can be cut off from the parent plant.
Where to Find Memecylon macrophyllum
Memecylon macrophyllum can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Memecylon macrophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Memecylon macrophyllum?
Memecylon macrophyllum
What are the common names of Memecylon macrophyllum?
Large-leaved Blueberry
What is the natural habitat of Memecylon macrophyllum?
Rainforest and moist areas
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
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:571662-1: Based on the initial data import