Narrowleaf Terciopelo

Miconia angustilamina

Native to:
Dominican Republic, Haiti, Puerto Rico, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Melastomataceae
Genus:
Miconia
Species:
Miconia angustilamina
USDA Symbol:
CLAN8

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Tree
Height:
500 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
white
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers undisturbed forest environments