Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
tapete-magicum
ID:
163092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cámara-Leret & Veldkamp

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 62(2): 216 (-219; figs. 2-5) (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162421



Common Names

  • Medinilla tapete-magicum
  • Magic Carpet Medinilla
  • Magic Carpet Plant


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Description

Medinilla tapete-magicum (also called Magic Carpet Medinilla, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Brazil. It has a dense, rounded crown and can reach up to 8 meters in height. Its leaves are simple, opposite, elliptic-lanceolate, and measure up to 10 cm in length. It is found in Atlantic forest vegetation, in the states of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.

Uses & Benefits

Medinilla tapete-magicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Medinilla tapete-magicum is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medinilla tapete-magicum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Medinilla tapete-magicum

Medinilla tapete-magicum is native to the Philippines and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.

Medinilla tapete-magicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medinilla tapete-magicum?

Medinilla tapete-magicum

What is the family of Medinilla tapete-magicum?

Melastomataceae

What is the natural habitat of Medinilla tapete-magicum?

Tropical moist forests

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

Jan Frederik Veldkamp (1941-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veldkamp' in the authors string.
R. Cámara-Leret: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cámara-Leret' in the authors string.