Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
ovatifolium
ID:
1276269

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poir.) Wickens

Source:
tro

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 31(1): 3 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275607

Common Names

  • Memecylon ovatifolium
  • Ovate-leaved Memecylon
  • Ovate-leaved Memecylon
  • Ovate-leaved Memecylon

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Uses & Benefits

Memecylon ovatifolium is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicines for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Memecylon ovatifolium has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon ovatifolium is a small evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Memecylon ovatifolium

Memecylon ovatifolium can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Memecylon ovatifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon ovatifolium?

Memecylon ovatifolium

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon ovatifolium?

Memecylon ovatifolium is native to India and Sri Lanka.

What is the best soil type for Memecylon ovatifolium?

Memecylon ovatifolium prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.

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-50281063: Based on the initial data import
Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Gerald Ernest Wickens (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wickens' in the authors string.