Medinilla scortechinii (Orange medinilla) - Video 2

Botanical name: Medinilla scortechinii

Common names: Orange medinilla, Orange Spike

Family: Melastomataceae

Origin: Phillipines

Hardiness: 30°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeRegular waterEpiphyte plantYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Medinilla scortechinii
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