Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
driessenioides
ID:
160645

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bakh.f.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Contr. Melastom. : 186 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000159974



Common Names

  • Driessenioides Medinilla
  • Driessen's Medinilla
  • Driessen-like Medinilla


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Description

Medinilla driessenioides (also called Driessen's medinilla, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Philippines and is found in tropical lowland forests. It has simple, opposite leaves and white flowers with pink bracts.

Uses & Benefits

Medinilla driessenioides 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 driessenioides 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 driessenioides is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and should be kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it requires minimal care and maintenance.

Where to Find Medinilla driessenioides

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

Medinilla driessenioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medinilla driessenioides?

Medinilla driessenioides

What is the natural habitat of Medinilla driessenioides?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

What are the common names of Medinilla driessenioides?

Driessen's medinilla, Driessen's medinilla, Driessen's 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,