Polyosma glabrescens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glabrescens
ID:
1543002
Status:
valid
Authors:
Saw
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 471: 98 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000024255
Common Names
- Glabrescens Polyosma
- Polyosma glabrescens
- Glabrescens Polyosma Shrub
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Polyosma glabrescens (also called Smooth Polyosma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Polyosma glabrescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Polyosma glabrescens has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and fragile.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Polyosma glabrescens is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in well-draining soil. It should be fertilized regularly and kept moist but not wet. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Polyosma glabrescens
Polyosma glabrescens can be found in New Zealand.
Polyosma glabrescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polyosma glabrescens?
Polyosma glabrescens
What is the natural habitat of Polyosma glabrescens?
Tropical rainforests
What are the characteristics of Polyosma glabrescens?
It is an evergreen shrub with leathery, glossy leaves and small white flowers
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,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77213775-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.