Medinilla sogeriensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sogeriensis
ID:
160840
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 56 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160169
Common Names
- Sogeriensis Medinilla
- Malaysian Orchid
- Pink Lantern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Medinilla sogeriensis (also called Pink Medinilla, Philippine Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to the Philippines and is found in tropical moist forests. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It has large, bright pink flowers that are bell-shaped and have five petals.
Uses & Benefits
Medinilla sogeriensis 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 sogeriensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Medinilla sogeriensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a sterile potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate by cuttings, take a cutting of a stem with several leaves and place it in a pot of moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Medinilla sogeriensis
Medinilla sogeriensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical forests.
Medinilla sogeriensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Medinilla sogeriensis?
Medinilla sogeriensis
What is the common name of Medinilla sogeriensis?
Sogeri medinilla
Where is Medinilla sogeriensis found?
Medinilla sogeriensis is found in 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
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:570454-1: Based on the initial data import