Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Genus:
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
469193

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.White

Source:
ksu

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Bot. Bull. Dept. Agric. Queensland 20: 14 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468525

Common Names

  • Hairy Polyosma
  • Hairy-Leaved Polyosma
  • Hairy-Leaved Coprosma

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Description

Polyosma hirsuta (also called Hairy Polyosma, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a spreading crown and a short trunk, and its bark is grayish-brown. Its leaves are pinnately compound, with 5-7 leaflets, and its flowers are white and fragrant. It is found in open forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Polyosma hirsuta is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polyosma hirsuta is a white to pinkish-purple, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyosma hirsuta is an evergreen shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring and kept moist until rooting.

Where to Find Polyosma hirsuta

Polyosma hirsuta is native to New Zealand and can be found in lowland forests and scrublands.

Polyosma hirsuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyosma hirsuta?

Polyosma hirsuta

What is the common name of Polyosma hirsuta?

Hirsute Polyosma

What is the natural habitat of Polyosma hirsuta?

It is found in moist, shady areas

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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