Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
ambiguus
ID:
1322602

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Rye & Trudgen

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 22: 394 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335056

Common Names

  • Cyathostemon ambiguus
  • Ambiguous Cyathostemon
  • Ambiguous Plant

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Description

Cyathostemon ambiguus (also called Ambiguous Cyathostemon, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with white flowers, native to India and Myanmar. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in grasslands and scrub forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathostemon ambiguus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyathostemon ambiguus is a white to pale pink, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathostemon ambiguus is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept slightly drier in the winter. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Where to Find Cyathostemon ambiguus

Cyathostemon ambiguus is native to Australia.

Cyathostemon ambiguus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathostemon ambiguus?

Cyathostemon ambiguus

What are the common names of Cyathostemon ambiguus?

Ambiguous Cyathostemon

What is the natural habitat of Cyathostemon ambiguus?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Barbara Lynette Rye (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rye' in the authors string.
Malcolm Eric Trudgen (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trudgen' in the authors string.