Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Genus:
Species:
penibukanensis
ID:
396784

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heine

Source:
ksu

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 6: 216 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396116

Common Names

  • Penibukan Polyosma
  • Penibukan Polyosma
  • Penibukan Polyosma

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Description

Polyosma penibukanensis (also called Penibukan Polyosma, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has glossy, oval leaves and a single stem bearing a single white flower. It is found in moist woods and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Polyosma penibukanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polyosma penibukanensis has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyosma penibukanensis is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Polyosma penibukanensis

Polyosma penibukanensis is found in New Zealand. It grows in moist, shady forests and meadows, and is often found in coniferous or mixed forests.

Polyosma penibukanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyosma penibukanensis?

Polyosma penibukanensis

What is the common name of Polyosma penibukanensis?

Polyosma penibukanensis

What is the family of Polyosma penibukanensis?

Araliaceae

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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