Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
iterata
ID:
319388

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.E.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Allertonia 3: 366 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318720

Common Names

  • Iterata Basselinia
  • Iterata Lillypilly
  • Iterata Water Gum

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Description

Basselinia iterata (also called 'Iterated Bastard Sandalwood', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to New Caledonia and the Loyalty Islands. It is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Basselinia iterata is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and white flowers. It can be used as a hedge plant or as a specimen in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Basselinia iterata has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters of 3-5. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are arranged in opposite pairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Basselinia iterata is a large tree, growing up to 30 m tall. It is best propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Basselinia iterata

Basselinia iterata is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Basselinia iterata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Basselinia iterata?

Basselinia iterata

What is the common name of Basselinia iterata?

Iterated Satinash

What is the natural habitat of Basselinia iterata?

Rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

Harold E. Moore (1917-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Moore' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:903678-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.