Richea milliganii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) F.Muell.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 6: 69 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400561
Common Names
- Richea Milliganii
- Richea
- Milliganii
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- Pilitis milliganii Hook.f. [valid]
- Cystanthe milliganii (Hook.f.) F.Muell. [valid]
Description
Richea milliganii (also called Milligan'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 milliganii 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 milliganii 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 milliganii 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 milliganii
Richea milliganii can be found in the wet forests of Tasmania, Australia.
Richea milliganii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Richea milliganii?
Richea milliganii
What is the common name of Richea milliganii?
Milligan's Richea
What is the natural habitat of Richea milliganii?
It is found in alpine and subalpine meadows in Tasmania, Australia.
Species in the Richea genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.