Medinilla lasioclados - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lasioclados
ID:
160700
Status:
valid
Authors:
Stapf
Source:
ipni
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 4: 161 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160029
Common Names
- Lasioclados Medinilla
- Lasioclados Medinilla
- Lasioclados Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Medinilla lasioclados (also called Woolly-branched 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 lasioclados is an attractive ornamental plant, often used as a houseplant or in outdoor gardens. It is known for its large, showy flowers and attractive foliage. It can also be used as a groundcover in shady areas, as it is relatively low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Medinilla lasioclados is a small, white, bell-shaped flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Medinilla lasioclados 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 lasioclados
Medinilla lasioclados is native to the island of Luzon in the Philippines.
Medinilla lasioclados FAQ
What is the scientific name of Medinilla lasioclados?
Medinilla lasioclados
What is the natural habitat of Medinilla lasioclados?
It is found in the tropical forests of the Philippines.
What are the common names of Medinilla lasioclados?
It is commonly known as the Lasioclados 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,
References
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:570253-1: Based on the initial data import