Medinilla scortechinii (Orange medinilla) - Image 7

Botanical name: Medinilla scortechinii

Common names: Orange medinilla, Orange Spike

Family: Melastomataceae

Origin: Phillipines

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

Hardiness: 30°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyEpiphyte plantYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Medinilla scortechinii (Orange medinilla) plant with orange flowers in a brown clay pot.
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