Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
travancorense
ID:
1518467

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sivu, N.S.Pradeep, Pandur. & Ratheesh

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 63(2): 106. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000005263

Common Names

  • Memecylon travancorense
  • Travancorense Memecylon
  • Travancorense Plant

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Description

Memecylon travancorense (also called 'Travancore Memecylon' and 'Travancore Blueberry', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to India. It is commonly found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Memecylon travancorense is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a hedge plant and ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Memecylon travancorense has small, white flowers that are clustered in the axils of the leaves. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Memecylon travancorense can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. For seeds, they should be sown in a well-draining mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Memecylon travancorense

Memecylon travancorense is native to India.

Memecylon travancorense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Memecylon travancorense?

Memecylon travancorense

What is the natural habitat of Memecylon travancorense?

Tropical rainforests of India

What are the uses of Memecylon travancorense?

The leaves of Memecylon travancorense are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

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,