Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
kinabaluensis
ID:
163290

Status:
valid

Authors:
Regalado

Source:
ipni

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Blumea 35(1): 21 (1990) (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162619



Common Names

  • Medinilla Kinabaluensis
  • Kinabaluensis
  • Medinilla


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Description

Medinilla kinabaluensis (also called 'Mountain Apple', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has large, ovate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Medinilla kinabaluensis is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flowerpots. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Medinilla kinabaluensis are white and tubular in shape, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medinilla kinabaluensis is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and needs regular watering. Pruning is recommended to maintain the shape of the plant.

Where to Find Medinilla kinabaluensis

Medinilla kinabaluensis is native to the Kinabalu National Park in Malaysia.

Medinilla kinabaluensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medinilla kinabaluensis?

Medinilla kinabaluensis

What type of plant is Medinilla kinabaluensis?

Herb

Where does Medinilla kinabaluensis 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,