Gossia punctata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Snow & Guymer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 65: 55 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336557
Common Names
- Gossia punctata
- Punctate Gossia
- Gossia punctata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gossia punctata (also called 'Tasmanian Myrtle' and 'Tasmanian Box', among many other common names) is a medium-sized shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Tasmania and is found in wet sclerophyll forests and along streams. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gossia punctata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Gossia punctata 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 punctata is a small evergreen shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Gossia punctata
Gossia punctata is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Gossia punctata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gossia punctata?
Gossia punctata
What is the common name of Gossia punctata?
Punctate Gossia
What is the natural habitat of Gossia punctata?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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-216919: Based on the initial data import
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.