Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Walter
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 83: 74 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713921
Common Names
- Gyrostemon racemigerus
- Racemigerus Wingnut
- Racemigerus Wing Nut
Description
Gyrostemon racemigerus (also called Racemigerous Gyrostemon, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia, typically found in dry, open woodland and scrublands. It has a single, slender trunk and can reach heights of up to 5 meters. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Gyrostemon racemigerus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gyrostemon racemigerus has yellow flowers with a darker center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gyrostemon racemigerus is a low-growing shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and requires minimal maintenance. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.
Where to Find Gyrostemon racemigerus
Gyrostemon racemigerus is native to Australia.
Gyrostemon racemigerus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gyrostemon racemigerus?
Gyrostemon racemigerus
What is the common name of Gyrostemon racemigerus?
Racemose Gyrostemon
What is the family of Gyrostemon racemigerus?
Gyrostemonaceae
Species in the Gyrostemon genus
Gyrostemon australasicus,
Gyrostemon brownii,
Gyrostemon ditrigynus,
Gyrostemon osmus,
Gyrostemon prostratus,
Gyrostemon racemigerus,
Gyrostemon ramulosus,
Gyrostemon reticulatus,
Gyrostemon sessilis,
Gyrostemon sheathii,
Gyrostemon subnudus,
Gyrostemon tepperi,
Gyrostemon thesioides,
Species in the Gyrostemonaceae family
Codonocarpus attenuatus,
Codonocarpus cotinifolius,
Codonocarpus pyramidalis,
Cypselocarpus haloragoides,
Gyrostemon australasicus,
Gyrostemon brownii,
Gyrostemon ditrigynus,
Gyrostemon osmus,
Gyrostemon prostratus,
Gyrostemon racemigerus,
Gyrostemon ramulosus,
Gyrostemon reticulatus,
Gyrostemon sessilis,
Gyrostemon sheathii,
Gyrostemon subnudus,
Gyrostemon tepperi,
Gyrostemon thesioides,
Tersonia cyathiflora,
Walteranthus erectus,