Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
subfurfuraceum
ID:
161599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 8: 213 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160928

Common Names

  • Blueberry Ash
  • Blueberry Myrtle
  • Blueberry Satinash

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Description

Memecylon subfurfuraceum (also called Subfurfuraceous Blueberry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar, and is found in wet evergreen forests and on hillsides. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves with a velvety upper surface and a pale underside.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon subfurfuraceum is used in traditional medicine and also as an ornamental plant. It is used to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. The leaves are used as a poultice to treat wounds and sores. The leaves are also used to make a tea which is used to treat digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Memecylon subfurfuraceum var. subfurfuraceum
Memecylon subfurfuraceum var. depauperatum Merr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Memecylon subfurfuraceum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon subfurfuraceum is propagated by seeds. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Propagation by cuttings is also possible.

Where to Find Memecylon subfurfuraceum

Memecylon subfurfuraceum can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Memecylon subfurfuraceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon subfurfuraceum?

Memecylon subfurfuraceum

What is the common name of Memecylon subfurfuraceum?

Subfurfuraceum Memecylon

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon subfurfuraceum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed 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,