Homoranthus coracinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coracinus
ID:
796661
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.R.Bean
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 5: 687 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795994
Common Names
- Homaloranthus coracinus
- Coracinus
- Homaloranthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Homoranthus coracinus (also called Coracine Homoranthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Australia. It is a shrub or small tree that grows in dry scrub and chaparral habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Homoranthus coracinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Homoranthus coracinus has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Homoranthus coracinus is a shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Homoranthus coracinus
Homoranthus coracinus can be found in the tropical forests of Australia.
Homoranthus coracinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Homoranthus coracinus?
Homoranthus coracinus
What is the common name of Homoranthus coracinus?
Coracinus
What is the natural habitat of Homoranthus coracinus?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
Species in the Homoranthus genus
Homoranthus biflorus, Homoranthus cernuus, Homoranthus croftianus, Homoranthus darwinioides, Homoranthus decasetus, Homoranthus decumbens, Homoranthus flavescens, Homoranthus floydii, Homoranthus homoranthoides, Homoranthus lunatus, Homoranthus melanostictus, Homoranthus montanus, Homoranthus papillatus, Homoranthus porteri, Homoranthus prolixus, Homoranthus thomasii, Homoranthus tropicus, Homoranthus virgatus, Homoranthus wilhelmii, Homoranthus zeteticorum, Homoranthus binghiensis, Homoranthus coracinus, Homoranthus tricolor, Homoranthus bebo, Homoranthus vagans, Homoranthus inopinatus, Homoranthus brevistylis, Homoranthus elusus, Homoranthus bruhlii, Homoranthus clarksonii, Homoranthus cummingii,
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-334518: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.