Status:
valid
Authors:
Desf.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1820
Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Hist. Nat. 6: 17 (1820)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713922
Common Names
- Gyrostemon ramulosus
- Ramulosus Wingnut
- Ramulosus Wing Nut
Description
Gyrostemon ramulosus (also called Ramulose 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 ramulosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gyrostemon ramulosus 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 ramulosus 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 ramulosus
Gyrostemon ramulosus is native to Australia.
Gyrostemon ramulosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gyrostemon ramulosus?
Gyrostemon ramulosus
What is the common name of Gyrostemon ramulosus?
Branchy Gyrostemon
What is the family of Gyrostemon ramulosus?
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,