Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Genus:
Species:
bracteosum
ID:
396852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
ksu

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 4: 148 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396184

Common Names

  • Polyosma bracteosum
  • Bracteosum Polyosma
  • Bracteosum's Polyosma

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Description

Polyosma bracteosum (also called Bract-bearing Polyosma, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers with bracts. It grows in lowland forests and scrubland, often in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Polyosma bracteosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a dense foliage and produces small white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polyosma bracteosum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyosma bracteosum is a small evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be taken from the tips of the branches.

Where to Find Polyosma bracteosum

Polyosma bracteosum is native to New Zealand and can be found in lowland forests and shrublands.

Polyosma bracteosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyosma bracteosum?

Polyosma bracteosum

What type of plant is Polyosma bracteosum?

Polyosma bracteosum is a shrub.

Where is Polyosma bracteosum native to?

Polyosma bracteosum is native to New Zealand.

Species in the Polyosma genus

Polyosma blaoensis, Polyosma annamensis, Polyosma amygdaloides, Polyosma alangiacea, Polyosma adangensis, Polyosma penibukanensis, Polyosma mucronata, Polyosma ridleyi, Polyosma rhytophloia, Polyosma retusa, Polyosma reducta, Polyosma pulgarensis, Polyosma pubescens, Polyosma robusta, Polyosma philippinensis, Polyosma scortechinii, Polyosma parviflora, Polyosma pancheri, Polyosma oligodonta, Polyosma oligantha, Polyosma occulta, Polyosma nullii, Polyosma nhatrangensis, Polyosma borneensis, Polyosma piperi, Polyosma verticillata, Polyosma wallichii, Polyosma villosa, Polyosma mjoebergii, Polyosma urdanetensis, Polyosma turfosa, Polyosma trimeniifolia, Polyosma torricellensis, Polyosma subalpina, Polyosma stenosiphon, Polyosma spicata, Polyosma vochysioides, Polyosma crassifolia, Polyosma forbesii, Polyosma finisterrae, Polyosma fasciculata, Polyosma dolichocarpa, Polyosma discolor, Polyosma dentata, Polyosma fragrans, Polyosma cunninghamii, Polyosma gigantea, Polyosma coriacea, Polyosma cestroides, Polyosma buxea,

Species in the Escalloniaceae family

Anopterus glandulosus, Anopterus macleayanus, Eremosyne pectinata, Escallonia alpina, Escallonia angustifolia, Escallonia bifida, Escallonia bracteata, Escallonia callcottiae, Escallonia chlorophylla, Escallonia cordobensis, Escallonia demissa, Escallonia discolor, Escallonia farinacea, Escallonia florida, Escallonia gayana, Escallonia herrerae, Escallonia hispida, Escallonia hypoglauca, Escallonia illinita, Escallonia laevis, Escallonia ledifolia, Escallonia lepidota, Escallonia leucantha, Escallonia megapotamica, Escallonia micrantha, Escallonia millegrana, Escallonia mollis, Escallonia myrtilloides, Escallonia myrtoidea, Escallonia obtusissima, Escallonia paniculata, Escallonia pendula, Escallonia petrophila, Escallonia piurensis, Escallonia polifolia, Escallonia promaucana, Escallonia pulverulenta, Escallonia rebecae, Escallonia resinosa, Escallonia reticulata, Escallonia revoluta, Escallonia rigida, Escallonia rosea, Escallonia rubra, Escallonia salicifolia, Escallonia schreiteri, Escallonia serrata, Escallonia tucumanensis, Escallonia virgata, Escallonia stricta,

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