Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
polillensis
ID:
160799

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Rob.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 6: 217 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160128



Common Names

  • Polillensis Medinilla
  • Polillo Island Medinilla
  • Polillo Island Coralberry


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Synonyms

  • Medinilla nodiflora C.B.Rob. [unknown]
  • Medinilla sorsogonensis Merr. [unknown]
  • Medinilla bakeri Elmer [unknown]

Description

Medinilla polillensis (also called Polillo Medinilla, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to the Philippines. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Medinilla polillensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Medinilla polillensis is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Medinilla polillensis is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings of Medinilla polillensis are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medinilla polillensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to the Philippines. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It needs to be protected from strong winds and direct sunlight.

Where to Find Medinilla polillensis

Medinilla polillensis is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines.

Medinilla polillensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medinilla polillensis?

Medinilla polillensis

What type of plant is Medinilla polillensis?

Medinilla polillensis is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Medinilla polillensis?

Medinilla polillensis 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,