Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
cummingii
ID:
1244549

Status:
valid

Authors:
Naudin

Source:
tro

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 15: 292 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243887



Common Names

  • Medinilla cummingii
  • Cummings' Medinilla
  • Mountain Medinilla


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Description

Medinilla cummingii (also called Cumming's Medinilla, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub belonging to the Melastomataceae family. It has yellowish-green stems, and its flowers are yellowish-white. It is native to California, and it is found in grasslands, chaparral, and oak woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Medinilla cummingii is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of dye, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medinilla cummingii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and green with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medinilla cummingii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. Once established, Medinilla cummingii should be fertilized regularly and kept in a sunny location.

Where to Find Medinilla cummingii

Medinilla cummingii is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Medinilla cummingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medinilla cummingii?

Medinilla cummingii

What is the common name of Medinilla cummingii?

Cummings' Medinilla

Where is Medinilla cummingii found?

Medinilla cummingii is found in the Philippines

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,