Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
296950

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Snow & Guymer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 5: 421 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296282

Common Names

  • Angustifolia Rhodamnia
  • Rhodamnia angustifolia
  • Rhodamnia

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Description

Rhodamnia angustifolia (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 angustifolia 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 angustifolia 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 angustifolia: 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 angustifolia

Rhodamnia angustifolia is found in Queensland.

Rhodamnia angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodamnia angustifolia?

Rhodamnia angustifolia

What is the common name of Rhodamnia angustifolia?

Angustifolia Rhodamnia

What is the natural habitat of Rhodamnia angustifolia?

Rhodamnia angustifolia 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-178078: Based on the initial data import
Neil Snow (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Snow' in the authors string.
Gordon P. Guymer (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guymer' in the authors string.