Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
stonei
ID:
454150

Status:
valid

Authors:
Utteridge & R.M.K.Saunders

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 145: 37 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453482

Common Names

  • Maesa stonei
  • Stone's Maesa
  • Stone's Matayba

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Description

Maesa stonei (also called Stone's Maesa, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and parts of Asia. It grows in humid forests and prefers warm, humid climates.

Uses & Benefits

Maesa stonei is used for its ornamental value in landscaping and as a traditional medicine for treating indigestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maesa stonei is a five-petaled, white to pinkish-purple bloom with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small, with round, green leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maesa stonei is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 6 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through semi-hardwood cuttings taken in the summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 6 inches in length. Place the cuttings in a moist medium and keep in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Transplant the rooted cuttings into individual pots and grow until they are ready to be planted in the garden.

Where to Find Maesa stonei

Maesa stonei can be found in the tropical rainforests of India.

Maesa stonei FAQ

What type of soil does Maesa stonei prefer?

Maesa stonei prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Maesa stonei?

Maesa stonei prefers temperatures between 55-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the optimal light for Maesa stonei?

Maesa stonei prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Maesa genus

Maesa fruticosa, Maesa forbesii, Maesa ferruginea, Maesa eramangensis, Maesa glomerata, Maesa efatensis, Maesa edulis, Maesa gaudichaudii, Maesa grandifolia, Maesa grandiflora, Maesa samoana, Maesa spectabilis, Maesa serpentino-picta, Maesa robinsonii, Maesa sarasinii, Maesa ruficaulis, Maesa rubiginosa, Maesa sayersii, Maesa truncata, Maesa tongensis, Maesa tomentella, Maesa tenuifolia, Maesa striata, Maesa tabacifolia, Maesa subdendata, Maesa rheophytica, Maesa tetrandra, Maesa pipericarpa, Maesa pickeringii, Maesa persicifolia, Maesa pentecostes, Maesa parviflora, Maesa papuana, Maesa paniculata, Maesa palauensis, Maesa reinwardtii, Maesa regia, Maesa reflexa, Maesa pisocarpa, Maesa purpureohirsuta, Maesa platyphylla, Maesa pulchella, Maesa pubescens, Maesa protracta, Maesa procumbens, Maesa procera, Maesa populifolia, Maesa warburgii, Maesa ziroensis, Maesa welwitschii,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

Timothy Michael Arthur Utteridge: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Utteridge' in the authors string.
Richard M. K. Saunders (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.K.Saunders' in the authors string.