Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
163268

Status:
valid

Authors:
Veldkamp

Source:
ipni

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Blumea 33(2): 509 (1988) (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162597



Common Names

  • Graceful Medinilla
  • Slender Medinilla
  • Pink Medinilla


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Description

Medinilla gracilis (also called Gracile Medinilla, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and a spreading habit. It is native to India and is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Medinilla gracilis is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It can be used as a houseplant or in outdoor gardens. It is also known to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Medinilla gracilis are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medinilla gracilis is a herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Medinilla gracilis

Medinilla gracilis is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical forests. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Medinilla gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medinilla gracilis?

Medinilla gracilis

What type of plant is Medinilla gracilis?

Herb

Where does Medinilla gracilis grow?

Southern India

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,