Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
1280536

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
tro

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Flora 14: 519 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279874



Common Names

  • Medinilla bracteata
  • Bracted Medinilla
  • Bracted Malaysian Orchid


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Description

Medinilla bracteata (also called Medinilla bracteata, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with pink or white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Medinilla bracteata is used as an ornamental plant and is grown for its attractive foliage and white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medinilla bracteata has white flowers with yellow centers, small, round, black seeds, and seedlings with small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medinilla bracteata is a perennial herb that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy soils. It is best grown in full sun, but can tolerate partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Medinilla bracteata

Medinilla bracteata can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Medinilla bracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medinilla bracteata?

Medinilla bracteata

What is the natural habitat of Medinilla bracteata?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

What is the flower color of Medinilla bracteata?

White or pink

Species in the Medinilla genus

Medinilla bismarck-ramuensis, Medinilla sapoi-riverensis, Medinilla clathrata, Medinilla frodinii, Medinilla glandulosa, Medinilla grandifolia, Medinilla interiaciens, Medinilla lenticellata, Medinilla minutibracteata, Medinilla minutifolia, Medinilla multibracteata, Medinilla punicea, Medinilla setiflora, Medinilla triochiton, Medinilla anamalaiana, Medinilla acutialata, Medinilla aggregata, Medinilla alata, Medinilla alpestris, Medinilla angusto-acuminata, Medinilla annulata, Medinilla annulifera, Medinilla anomala, Medinilla apayaoensis, Medinilla apoensis, Medinilla archboldiana, Medinilla arfakensis, Medinilla auriculata, Medinilla bakeriana, Medinilla beddomei, Medinilla bicolor, Medinilla blumeana, Medinilla boemiensis, Medinilla brassii, Medinilla brevipes, Medinilla buennemeyeri, Medinilla calcicola, Medinilla capitata, Medinilla cauliflora, Medinilla celebica, Medinilla cephalophora, Medinilla ceramensis, Medinilla clarkei, Medinilla clementis, Medinilla coccinea, Medinilla compacta, Medinilla compressicaulis, Medinilla congesta, Medinilla corallina, Medinilla crassata,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,