Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vieill. ex Guillaumin) N.Snow
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 42(7): 154. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022764
Description
Gossia conspicua (also called Conspicuous Gossia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to the coastal regions of Gabon and is found in lowland rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gossia conspicua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used to provide shade and shelter.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gossia conspicua has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gossia conspicua is a small shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Division can be done by carefully separating the root ball and replanting the divisions in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Gossia conspicua
Gossia conspicua can be found in the tropical forests of New Caledonia.
Gossia conspicua FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gossia conspicua?
Gossia conspicua
What type of plant is Gossia conspicua?
A shrub
Where is Gossia conspicua found?
It is found in New Caledonia
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,