Rhodamnia reticulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Scott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 33: 444 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296322
Common Names
- Rhodamnia reticulata
- Netted Rhodamnia
- Netted Ash
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhodamnia reticulata (also called Red Ash, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Australia and New Guinea. It has a dense, rounded crown and a smooth, grey-brown bark. It grows in rainforest, dry sclerophyll forest and wet sclerophyll forest.
Uses & Benefits
Rhodamnia reticulata is used for making furniture, baskets, and other items. It is also used for landscaping, as it is a low-maintenance plant and can be used to create a tropical look. It is also used as an air purifier, as it helps to remove toxins from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhodamnia reticulata has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhodamnia reticulata is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and covered with a thin layer of soil. Germination usually takes place within two weeks. Once established, Rhodamnia reticulata is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Rhodamnia reticulata
Rhodamnia reticulata is found in Queensland.
Rhodamnia reticulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhodamnia reticulata?
Rhodamnia reticulata
What is the family of Rhodamnia reticulata?
Myrtaceae
What is the common name of Rhodamnia reticulata?
Netted 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-178113: Based on the initial data import
Andrew John Scott (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Scott' in the authors string.