Richea desgrassii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hombr. & Jacquinot ex Decne.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Voy. Pôle Sud 85.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400560
Common Names
- Richea Desgrassii
- Richea
- Desgrassii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Richea desgrassii (also called Desgrass's Richea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Tasmania, Australia. It has small, narrow leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in wet, heathy areas and is often found in wet sclerophyll forests.
Uses & Benefits
Richea desgrassii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Richea desgrassii has white to pink flowers with five petals and a single seed in each flower. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Richea desgrassii is an evergreen, slow-growing shrub that can reach heights of up to 2m. It prefers a moist, acidic soil in a sheltered, sunny position. Propagation is by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or by layering in spring. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is a slow process.
Where to Find Richea desgrassii
Richea desgrassii can be found in Tasmania, Australia.
Richea desgrassii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Richea desgrassii?
Richea desgrassii
What is the common name of Richea desgrassii?
Desgrass' Richea
What is the natural habitat of Richea desgrassii?
It is found in alpine and subalpine meadows in Tasmania, Australia.
Species in the Richea genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Jacques Bernard Hombron (1798-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hombr.' in the authors string.
Honoré Jacquinot (1815-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacquinot' in the authors string.