Melastoma

Melastoma latifolia

Melastomataceae

Shrub

Ornamental

Evergreen

Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Melastoma latifolia is an ornamental shrub from the Melastomataceae family, growing 1.5–3 meters tall. It prefers full sun and medium watering, suitable for USDA zones 7–11. This evergreen shrub blooms from July to September with pink and purple flowers.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Chalky

Height

1.5–3 m

Spread

1.5–2.5 m

Zones

7–11

Flower colors

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Growing Conditions

Sunlight: Full sun.
Water: Medium watering.
Soil: Adaptable to loamy, sandy, and chalky soils.
Zones: USDA zones 7–11.
Height: 1.5–3 meters.
Bloom Time: July, August, September.
Flower Colors: Pink, purple.
Pollinators: Attracts pollinators.
Fragrance: Not fragrant.
Toxicity: Not toxic.
Evergreen: Yes.

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