New records of miconia dependens (melastomataceae) in Peninsular Malaysia

Mohd Yunus, Noor Syaheera and Zohari, Ahmad Fitri and Shahari, Rozilawati and Abdul Rahman, Mohamad Ruzi and Zulkarnain, Maryam and Che Amri, Che Nurul Aini and Mustafa Bakray, Nur Aqilah and Talip, Noraini (2025) New records of miconia dependens (melastomataceae) in Peninsular Malaysia. Journal of Tropical Forest Science, 37 (3). pp. 305-310. ISSN 0128-1283 E-ISSN 2521-9847

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Abstract

Miconia dependens (Pav. ex D. Don) Judd & Majure is reported as a new record for Peninsular Malaysia, with documented occurrences in the states of Pahang, Johor, and Selangor. This species has likely been overlooked in the region due to its morphological similarity to Miconia crenata (Vahl) Michelang. (syn. Clidemia hirta (L.) D. Don), a widespread invasive weed in Malaysia. A comprehensive review of herbarium collections at KEP revealed no specimens matching M. dependens, and searches of online databases similarly yielded no records of the species in Malaysia, suggesting its recent introduction. This finding aligns with its first documented occurrence in Singapore in 2018. To aid in accurate identification, this study provides detailed morphological descriptions, diagnostic photographs, and comparative analyses with closely related taxa, emphasizing key distinguishing characteristics. These contributions aim to enhance taxonomic clarity and support future efforts in species identification and management

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Miconia crenata, morphological comparison, naturalized plants, plant taxonomy, weeds
Subjects:	Q Science > QK Botany
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Science > Department of Plant Science
Depositing User:	Dr. Noor Syaheera Mohd Yunus
Date Deposited:	15 Jul 2025 15:49
Last Modified:	18 Nov 2025 14:18
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/122060

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