How to grow and care for Medinilla magnifica Lindl.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Medinilla magnifica Lindl., Pink lantern, Medinilla
Medinilla magnifica Lindl. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Medinilla magnifica Lindl.
How often should I water?
check Medinilla magnifica Lindl. Every 7 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Medinilla magnifica Lindl. need?
Bright direct
Bright indirect
Grow light
Light preference
Medinilla magnifica Lindl. likes Bright indirect light, Grow light, Bright direct light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
8~40℃
45
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Medinilla magnifica Lindl. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
100
Medinilla magnifica Lindl. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy!
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Medinilla magnifica Lindl. is a member of Melastomataceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Hardiness Zone | 10 - 12 |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Melastomataceae |
| Genus | Medinilla |
| Species | Medinilla magnifica |
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