Medinilla magnifica (Malaysian Orchid, Rose Grape)

Botanical Information

FamilyMelastomataceae
GenusMedinilla
Speciesmagnifica
CategoryTropicals
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginPhilippines.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone10 - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c - H3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-1 - 10
Temperature (°F)30 - 50
Height60 - 120 cm
Spread30 - 90 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodApril

Description and Growing Information

ShapeMounding to mat-forming.
LandscapeAs a showy potted plant, a potted patio plant, hedge or border plant in humid climates or as a specimen.
CultivationGrows best in wet to moist soil of any acidity under partial to shade.
PestsSpider mites and scale.
Notable SpecimensRoyal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada. Muttart Conservatory, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Leaf DescriptionLarge, leathery oval-shaped leaves with pronounced straight venation.
Flower DescriptionDrooping panicles of blooms which can reach up to 36 cm long. The flowers can measure up to 10 cm in diameter and are bell-shaped.
Colour DescriptionDeep dark green leaves with pale green venation. Lighter medium green stems. Rosy pink to coral pink flowers.
Texture DescriptionLeathery.

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