Polyosma linearibractea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearibractea
ID:
396863
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 10: 6 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396195
Common Names
- Polyosma linearibractea
- Linearibractea Polyosma
- Linearibractea's Polyosma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Polyosma linearibractea (also called 'Kareao-pango-tawhiwhi', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is found in coastal and lowland forests, as well as scrubland and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Polyosma linearibractea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and asthma.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Polyosma linearibractea 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Polyosma linearibractea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plants should be grown in partial shade and in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Polyosma linearibractea
Polyosma linearibractea is native to New Zealand and can be found in lowland forests and shrublands.
Polyosma linearibractea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polyosma linearibractea?
Polyosma linearibractea
What type of plant is Polyosma linearibractea?
Evergreen shrub
Where is Polyosma linearibractea 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,
References
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:792430-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.