Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
panayensis
ID:
160782

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 12: 347 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160111



Common Names

  • Medinilla Panayensis
  • Panay Medinilla
  • Panay Island Medinilla


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Description

Medinilla panayensis (also called Panay Medinilla, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a shrub or small tree, reaching a height of up to 4 m. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in primary and secondary forests in the provinces of Palawan and Mindoro. It grows in moist, shady habitats, often on limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Medinilla panayensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Medinilla panayensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oblanceolate-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medinilla panayensis is a tropical shrub native to the Philippines. It grows to about 1.5 meters in height and has large, oval-shaped leaves. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist potting mix.

Where to Find Medinilla panayensis

Medinilla panayensis is found in the tropical forests of South East Asia.

Medinilla panayensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medinilla panayensis?

Medinilla panayensis

What type of plant is Medinilla panayensis?

Medinilla panayensis is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Medinilla panayensis?

Medinilla panayensis is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia

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,