Rhodamnia kerrii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Parn. & NicLugh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47: 705 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296303
Common Names
- Rhodamnia kerrii
- Kerri's Rhodamnia
- Kerri's Ash
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhodamnia kerrii (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 kerrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as a windbreak, and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhodamnia kerrii has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhodamnia kerrii is a tropical shrub that can be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be planted in moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate. The cuttings should be placed in moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.
Where to Find Rhodamnia kerrii
Rhodamnia kerrii is found in Queensland.
Rhodamnia kerrii FAQ
What is the common name of Rhodamnia kerrii?
Kerri's Rhodamnia
What is the natural habitat of Rhodamnia kerrii?
It is found in moist, shady areas of the temperate regions of Australia
What is the scientific classification of Rhodamnia kerrii?
Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Myrtales, Family: Myrtaceae, Genus: Rhodamnia, Species: R. kerrii
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-178097: Based on the initial data import
Eimear Nic Lughadha (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'NicLugh.' in the authors string.
John Adrian Naicker Parnell (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Parn.' in the authors string.