Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
dentata
ID:
160640

Status:
valid

Authors:
Veldkamp

Source:
ipni

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Blumea 24(2): 448. 1978

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000159969



Common Names

  • Toothed Medinilla
  • Dentata Medinilla
  • Dentate Medinilla


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Description

Medinilla dentata (also called Toothed medinilla, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with leathery, oblong-lanceolate leaves and clusters of pink flowers. It is native to the Philippines and found in lowland forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Medinilla dentata is a popular ornamental plant, often used for its attractive foliage and bright pink flowers. It can be used as a ground cover or in hanging baskets. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Medinilla dentata is a small, pinkish-white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medinilla dentata is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 feet (1.2 m) tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces clusters of pink flowers in the spring. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and needs regular watering.

Where to Find Medinilla dentata

Medinilla dentata is native to the Philippines and can be found in the forests of the islands of Luzon, Mindoro, and Palawan.

Medinilla dentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medinilla dentata?

Medinilla dentata

What is the natural habitat of Medinilla dentata?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

What are the common names of Medinilla dentata?

Toothed medinilla, Toothed medinilla, Toothed medinilla

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,