Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
melanostictus
ID:
215661

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craven & S.R.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 4: 523 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214990

Common Names

  • Homoranthus melanostictus
  • Black-spotted Homoranthus
  • Black-spotted Christmas Bush

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Description

Homoranthus melanostictus (also called Melanostictus Homoranthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Australia. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and tropical woodlands. It has a short stem and large, glossy green leaves. The flowers are small and yellow in color.

Uses & Benefits

Homoranthus melanostictus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Homoranthus melanostictus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, slender leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homoranthus melanostictus is a shrub that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. When propagating from cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Homoranthus melanostictus

Homoranthus melanostictus is native to tropical rainforests in South America, particularly in Brazil and Colombia.

Homoranthus melanostictus FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Homoranthus melanostictus?

Homoranthus melanostictus prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

What is the optimal humidity for Homoranthus melanostictus?

Homoranthus melanostictus prefers humidity levels between 50-70%.

What is the optimal light level for Homoranthus melanostictus?

Homoranthus melanostictus prefers bright, indirect light.

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-100147: Based on the initial data import
Lyndley Alan Craven (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craven' in the authors string.
S.R. Jones: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.R.Jones' in the authors string.