Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
frodinii
ID:
159051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bodegom

Source:
ipni

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Blumea 46(3): 543 (2001) (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158380



Common Names

  • Frodin's Medinilla
  • Frodin's Malaysian Orchid
  • Frodin's Philippine Orchid


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Description

Medinilla frodinii (also called Frodin's Medinilla, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to the Philippines. This plant typically grows in moist, shady areas such as in forests, along streams, and on rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Medinilla frodinii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medinilla frodinii has small, pink flowers that are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medinilla frodinii is a small, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It can tolerate full sun, but may need more frequent watering in hot climates. It can be propagated by cuttings or seeds.

Where to Find Medinilla frodinii

Medinilla frodinii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is found in humid, shady areas, such as along streams and in ravines.

Medinilla frodinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medinilla frodinii?

Medinilla frodinii

What is the common name of Medinilla frodinii?

Frodinii Medinilla

What is the natural habitat of Medinilla frodinii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,