Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Snow & A.J.Ford
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Novon 11: 479 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336634
Common Names
- Rhodamnia longisepala
- Long-sepaled Rhodamnia
- Rhodamnia
Description
Rhodamnia longisepala (also called Long-Sepaled Rhodamnia, 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
Rhodamnia longisepala 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 Rhodamnia longisepala are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhodamnia longisepala 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 Rhodamnia longisepala
Rhodamnia longisepala is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Rhodamnia longisepala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhodamnia longisepala?
Rhodamnia longisepala
What is the family of Rhodamnia longisepala?
Myrtaceae
What is the common name of Rhodamnia longisepala?
Long-Sepaled Rhodamnia
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
Neil Snow (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Snow' in the authors string.