Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
sapoi-riverensis
ID:
158711

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.N.Takeuchi

Source:
ipni

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Sida 18(4): 1074 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158040



Common Names

  • Sapoi-Riverensis Medinilla
  • Sapoi-Riverensis Melastomataceae
  • Sapoi-Riverensis Melastome


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Description

Medinilla sapoi-riverensis (also called Sapoi-Riverens medinilla, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree up to 8 m tall. It is native to Papua New Guinea and occurs in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Medinilla sapoi-riverensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin disorders and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Medinilla sapoi-riverensis is a small, pink, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medinilla sapoi-riverensis is a shrub species native to the Solomon Islands. It is propagated by seeds and can be grown in a moist, shady environment. It requires regular watering and fertilization to thrive.

Where to Find Medinilla sapoi-riverensis

Medinilla sapoi-riverensis can be found in the Sapoi-Riverens region of New Caledonia.

Medinilla sapoi-riverensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medinilla sapoi-riverensis?

Medinilla sapoi-riverensis

What type of plant is Medinilla sapoi-riverensis?

Shrub

Where is Medinilla sapoi-riverensis native to?

Papua New Guinea

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