About
Medinilla magnifica LambadaPBR is an upright, epiphytic shrub with leathery, broadly ovate, pale-veined, deep gree.
About the genus
Medinilla are evergreen shrubs or woody climbers, with simple, leathery leaves and often pendulous sprays of whtie or pink flowers, sometimes subtended by showy pink bracts
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH1A
Plant details
Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants, Shrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesHanging basket, Houseplants, Patio and container plants
Care notes
CultivationGrow under glass in peat-free, loam-based potting compost in bright filtered light, or full light with shade from hot sun. Provide high humidity by placing on an upturned saucer in a tray with moist gravel. Water moderately in growth and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Water sparingly in winter. See houseplant cultivation for further advice
PruningPruning group 9
PropagationPropagate by seed, softwood cuttings in spring or semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to scale insects
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free