Melastomataceae

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Diplospora

Description Diplospora is a rare plant that belongs to the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This plant is known for its unique appearance, with long and narrow leaves that have a metallic sheen. It produces small, pink flowers that bloom in clusters at the end…
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Gymnanthera

Description Gymnanthera is a genus of flowering plants in the family Melastomataceae. The species in this genus are small to medium-sized trees or shrubs that are native to tropical regions of South America. The leaves are simple, alternate, and have entire margins. The flowers are usually pink or purple and have five petals. The fruits are capsules that split open…
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Acronema

Description Acronema is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Melastomataceae. It is native to the Neotropics, including Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru. The genus is composed of approximately 22 species of evergreen shrubs or small trees that can grow up to 6 meters tall. The leaves are simple, alternate, and have an elliptic or ovate shape. The flowers…
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Tetroncium Magellanicum

Description Tetroncium Magellanicum is a tropical plant species that belongs to the family of Melastomataceae. It is native to South America, particularly in Brazil, Peru, and Argentina. This shrub can grow up to 6 feet tall and 4 feet wide. Its leaves are oval-shaped and can grow up to 7 inches long. The flowers of Tetroncium Magellanicum are pink to…
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Moronobea

Description Moronobea is a plant that belongs to the Melastomataceae family, which comprises around 5000 species of tropical and subtropical trees, shrubs, and herbs. This plant is native to Central and South America, where it grows in the understory of forests and along riverbanks. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Myrtales Family Melastomataceae Genus Moronobea…
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Psychrophyton Grandiflorum

Psychrophyton grandiflorum, commonly known as the Large-Flowered Psychrophyton, is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and Brazil. This plant is highly valued for its large, showy flowers and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Myrtales Family Melastomataceae…
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Symbolanthus

Description Symbolanthus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Melastomataceae. It comprises about 60 species of small trees or shrubs native to the tropical regions of South America. The plants have a unique appearance and are known for their beautiful, delicate flowers that bloom in clusters. Symbolanthus is a popular ornamental plant and is often grown for its…
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Tridynamia

Description Tridynamia is a unique and beautiful plant species that belongs to the family Melastomataceae. It is a tropical plant that is native to South America, specifically in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. The plant is known for its beautiful purple flowers that bloom in clusters, making it a popular choice for gardeners and landscapers. Taxonomic Information Domain…
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Triplostegia

Description Triplostegia is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Melastomataceae. It consists of about 19 species that are native to tropical regions of South America. The plants are characterized by their bright purple or pink flowers and their highly decorative foliage. They are grown as ornamental plants in gardens and landscapes. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae…
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Morisonia

Description Morisonia is a plant species that belongs to the Melastomataceae family. It is a small, evergreen tree or shrub that grows up to 5 meters tall. The leaves of the Morisonia plant are simple, opposite, and oval-shaped. They are dark green on the upper surface and lighter green on the lower surface. The flowers of Morisonia are small, pink,…
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