Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
setigera
ID:
160838

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
ipni

Year:

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. i. I. 550.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160167



Common Names

  • Setiger Medinilla
  • Malaysian Orchid
  • Pink Lantern


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Synonyms

  • Dactyliota setigera Blume [unknown]
  • Hypenanthe setigerum (Blume) Bakh.f. [unknown]
  • Medinilla cogniauxii Merr. [unknown]
  • Medinilla curtiflora Elmer ex Merr. [unknown]
  • Medinilla involucrata Merr. [unknown]

Description

Medinilla setigera (also called Bristly 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 setigera is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a houseplant, and can be grown in containers or hanging baskets. The flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators, making it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Medinilla setigera flower is a small, white flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medinilla setigera is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The soil should be kept moist but not overly wet. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into larger containers or planted in the ground.

Where to Find Medinilla setigera

Medinilla setigera is native to Malaysia and can be found in tropical forests.

Medinilla setigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medinilla setigera?

Medinilla setigera

What is the common name of Medinilla setigera?

Hairy-stemmed medinilla

Where is Medinilla setigera found?

Medinilla setigera is found in the Philippines

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,