Medinilla scortechinii
COMMON NAME | Orange medinilla,
Orange Spike |
TYPE | Shrub |
FAMILY | Melastomataceae |
NOTES | A versatile little
shrub has a low spreading growth, reaching a height of 1' to 2'. It can be
grown as either a semi-terrestrial or a epiphytic shrub. It features dark
green, leathery leaves and when it flowers it displays bright orange stalks
and panicles which are reminiscent of tropical coral branches. |
GEOGRAPHIC REGION | Philippines |
NATIVE HABITAT | Mountain forests and
prefers shaded areas and moist soils |
WEB SOURCES |