Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tessellata
ID:
297000

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steenis ex A.J.Scott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 33: 441 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296332

Common Names

  • Rhodamnia tessellata
  • Tesselated Rhodamnia
  • Tesselated Ash

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Description

Rhodamnia tessellata (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 tessellata 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 tessellata 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodamnia tessellata is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 m in height. It is found in tropical rainforests and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting.

Where to Find Rhodamnia tessellata

Rhodamnia tessellata can be found in tropical rainforests in South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Rhodamnia tessellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodamnia tessellata?

Rhodamnia tessellata

What is the common name of Rhodamnia tessellata?

Tessellated Rhodamnia

What is the natural habitat of Rhodamnia tessellata?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-178122: Based on the initial data import
Cornelis Gijsbert Gerrit Jan van Steenis (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steenis' in the authors string.
Andrew John Scott (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Scott' in the authors string.