Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
ramosii
ID:
161567

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 14: 432 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160896

Common Names

  • Branching Memecylon
  • Branching Velvetberry
  • Ramos Velvetberry

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Description

Memecylon ramosii (also called Branched Memecylon, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub or tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has white flowers and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon ramosii is used as an ornamental plant, for hedges, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Memecylon ramosii is white in color and has a tubular corolla. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon ramosii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Memecylon ramosii

Memecylon ramosii is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats.

Memecylon ramosii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon ramosii?

Memecylon ramosii

What are the common names of Memecylon ramosii?

Ramos' Blueberry

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon ramosii?

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,