Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
296948

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.White

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Blumea, Suppl. 1: 217 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296280

Common Names

  • Acuminata Rhodamnia
  • Rhodamnia acuminata
  • Rhodamnia

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Description

Rhodamnia acuminata (also called 'Rhodamnia', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It is a small shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are obovate, up to 8 cm long. It is found in dry sclerophyll forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodamnia acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhodamnia acuminata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Rhodamnia acuminata: This species is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a sunny position. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Rhodamnia acuminata

Rhodamnia acuminata is found in Queensland.

Rhodamnia acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodamnia acuminata?

Rhodamnia acuminata

What is the common name of Rhodamnia acuminata?

Acuminata Rhodamnia

What is the natural habitat of Rhodamnia acuminata?

Rhodamnia acuminata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Species in the Rhodamnia genus

Rhodamnia acuminata, Rhodamnia andromedoides, Rhodamnia angustifolia, Rhodamnia argentea, Rhodamnia australis, Rhodamnia blairiana, Rhodamnia cinerea, Rhodamnia costata, Rhodamnia dumetorum, Rhodamnia dumicola, Rhodamnia glabrescens, Rhodamnia glauca, Rhodamnia kerrii, Rhodamnia lancifolia, Rhodamnia latifolia, Rhodamnia maideniana, Rhodamnia moluccana, Rhodamnia mulleri, Rhodamnia novoguineensis, Rhodamnia pachyloba, Rhodamnia parviflora, Rhodamnia pauciovulata, Rhodamnia reticulata, Rhodamnia rubescens, Rhodamnia sepicana, Rhodamnia sessiliflora, Rhodamnia tessellata, Rhodamnia uniflora, Rhodamnia whiteana, Rhodamnia longisepala, Rhodamnia arenaria, Rhodamnia fordii, Rhodamnia hylandii, Rhodamnia sharpeana, Rhodamnia kamialiensis, Rhodamnia asekiensis, Rhodamnia daymanensis, Rhodamnia makumak, Rhodamnia toratot, Rhodamnia waigeoensis, Rhodamnia spongiosa,

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-178076: Based on the initial data import
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.