Medinilla scortechinii – Orange Coral Medinilla (check back in fall 2024)

This is a rare and unusual tropical broadleaf evergreen shrub. It features dark green, leathery leaves and when it flowers it displays bright orange-pink stalks and panicles which are reminiscent of tropical coral branches.

Ships in 6″ plastic nursery pot. Does not come with flowers, but is mature to bloom.

Description

Medinilla Scortechinii is a spectacular and beautiful plant originating in the Philippines that can be grown as either a semi-terrestrial or an epiphytic shrub. This versatile shrub has a low spreading growth, reaching a height of 2’ to 3’ on average. It bears panicles with small flower clusters which attract bees, butterflies, and/or birds. Gardeners who live in USDA growing zones 10 and 11 can grow this plant as a tender perennial outdoors, but others must grow this exotic flower as a houseplant or patio tropical.

 

FAMILY: Melastomaceae
ORIGIN: Philippines
MATURE SIZE: 3’ on average
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS: Filtered light, direct sun will scorch leaves or drop them.
WATER REQUIREMENTS: Keep slightly moist, but avoid overwatering.
FLOWER: Fall, Winter

Gardino Nursery