Gossia acmenoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) N.Snow & Guymer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 65: 45 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336540
Common Names
- Gossia acmenoides
- Acmenoides Gossia
- Acmenoides's Gossia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gossia acmenoides (also called Acmena, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gossia acmenoides is a popular ornamental plant used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Gossia acmenoides are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gossia acmenoides is a medium-sized evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 15 meters. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates, but prefers well-drained soils and a temperate climate. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in a seed tray in a well-drained potting mix. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Once established, Gossia acmenoides is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Gossia acmenoides
Gossia acmenoides is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Gossia acmenoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gossia acmenoides?
Gossia acmenoides
What is the common name of Gossia acmenoides?
Acmenoid Gossia
What is the natural habitat of Gossia acmenoides?
Tropical rainforests of Australia
Species in the Gossia genus
Gossia acmenoides, Gossia bamagensis, Gossia bidwillii, Gossia byrnesii, Gossia dallachyana, Gossia floribunda, Gossia fragrantissima, Gossia gonoclada, Gossia grayi, Gossia hillii, Gossia inophloia, Gossia lewisensis, Gossia lucida, Gossia macilwraithensis, Gossia myrsinocarpa, Gossia pubiflora, Gossia punctata, Gossia retusa, Gossia sankowskyorum, Gossia shepherdii, Gossia longipetiolata, Gossia scottiana, Gossia yelana, Gossia alaternoides, Gossia colnettiana, Gossia clusioides, Gossia kuakuensis, Gossia vieillardii, Gossia aphthosa, Gossia virotii, Gossia nigripes, Gossia pancheri, Gossia diversifolia, Gossia eugenioides, Gossia randiana, Gossia salomonensis, Gossia versteeghii, Gossia angustifolia, Gossia ngaensis, Gossia mandjeliaensis, Gossia kaalaensis, Gossia ramiflora, Gossia conduplicata, Gossia katepahiensis, Gossia ouazangouensis, Gossia bourailensis, Gossia conspicua,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-216903: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Neil Snow (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Snow' in the authors string.
Gordon P. Guymer (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guymer' in the authors string.