Status:
valid
Authors:
Keighery
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 15: 48 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336622
Common Names
- Pileanthus rubronitidus
- Rubronitidus Myrtle
- Rubronitidus Waxflower
Description
Pileanthus rubronitidus (also called Red-Tipped Pileanthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forest and woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pileanthus rubronitidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pileanthus rubronitidus are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pileanthus rubronitidus is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in the tropical and subtropical forests. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun and moderate to regular watering.
Where to Find Pileanthus rubronitidus
Pileanthus rubronitidus is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Pileanthus rubronitidus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pileanthus rubronitidus?
Pileanthus rubronitidus
What is the family of Pileanthus rubronitidus?
Myrtaceae
What is the common name of Pileanthus rubronitidus?
Red-Stemmed Pileanthus
Species in the Pileanthus genus
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,