Gossia scottiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Snow
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 7: 326 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808754
Common Names
- Gossia scottiana
- Scott's Gossia
- Scott's Gossia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gossia scottiana (also called Scott's Gossia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Australia and is found in wet, tropical habitats. This species has a small, tuberous root system and a single, erect stem. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white or yellowish in color.
Uses & Benefits
Gossia scottiana is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gossia scottiana has small, white flowers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings have narrow, grass-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gossia scottiana is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows in humid forests at elevations of 500–1800 m. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate, it should be grown in a medium that is well-draining and contains plenty of organic matter. It should be kept in a warm and humid environment with bright, indirect light. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Gossia scottiana
Gossia scottiana is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory.
Gossia scottiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gossia scottiana?
Gossia scottiana
What is the common name of Gossia scottiana?
Scott's Gossia
What type of plant is Gossia scottiana?
Tree
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-346992: Based on the initial data import
Neil Snow (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Snow' in the authors string.