Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
obtusifolium
ID:
161525

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 8: 225 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160854

Common Names

  • Oblong-Leaved Memecylon
  • Blueberry Myrtle
  • Blueberry Ash

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Description

Memecylon obtusifolium (also called 'Blunt-leaved Blueberry', among many other common names) is a small shrub with blue-green foliage and white flowers. It is native to India and Sri Lanka, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon obtusifolium is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and stomach ache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Memecylon obtusifolium is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon obtusifolium can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Memecylon obtusifolium

Memecylon obtusifolium can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Memecylon obtusifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon obtusifolium?

Memecylon obtusifolium

What are the common names of Memecylon obtusifolium?

Blunt-leaved Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon obtusifolium?

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,