Medinilla multiflora explained

Medinilla multiflora is a species of semi-epiphytic plant endemic to the Philippines. These plants grow up to 4m (13feet) tall and produce pink flowers which develop into magenta or reddish fruits. It flowers year-round, peaking at around May and June.[1]

It is also known erroneously as the "Malaysian orchid" in the ornamental plant trade (usually under its synonym Medinilla myriantha), but it is not an orchid and it is not native to Malaysia.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Quakenbush . Peter J . Pollination, Mating System, Phenology and Characterisation of Medinilla multiflora Merr. (Melastomataceae) on Mt Makiling, Philippines . Sibbaldia: The International Journal of Botanic Garden Horticulture . 26 July 2018 . 16 . 121–139 . 10.24823/Sibbaldia.2018.251. 240397546 . free .
  2. Calero, K., Pitzer, T., & Alberte, J. (2012). General Biology II Lab Manual (2nd ed.). McGraw Hill.

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