Memecylon umbellatum (Ironwood)

Memecylon umbellatum (Ironwood) vibrant blue flower cluster close up on a wooden tree branch
Memecylon umbellatum (Ironwood) vibrant blue flower cluster growing on a sturdy woody tree branch

Botanical name: Memecylon umbellatum

Common names: Ironwood, Anjani

Family: Melastomataceae

Origin: India

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Blue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Ethnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Ethnomedical: Ethnomedical plant, traditionally used in folk or indigenous medicine

In some sources Memecylon umbellatum is indicated as synonim of Memecylon ovatum.

Similar plants: Memecylon umbellatum (Ironwood)


Memecylon umbellatum (Ironwood) blue flower clusters growing on woody branches in a close up
Memecylon umbellatum (Ironwood) blue flower clusters attached to sturdy woody stems with smooth green leaves
Memecylon umbellatum (Ironwood) blue flower cluster, close up image of small round individual blossoms.
Memecylon umbellatum (Ironwood) cluster of small round blue flower buds and open star shaped petals.


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