Malabar Melastome (Melastoma Malabathricum) is a perennial shrub in the Melastomataceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Melastoma malabathricum is a flowering shrub native to South and Southeast Asia, known for its purple flowers and medicinal properties.
Malabar Melastome
Melastoma Malabathricum
Melastoma malabathricum is a flowering shrub native to South and Southeast Asia, known for its purple flowers and medicinal properties.
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