Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Snow
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 19: 42 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334516
Common Names
- Rhodamnia Waigeoensis
- Waigeoensis Rhodamnia
- Rhodamnia
Description
Rhodamnia waigeoensis (also called Waigeo Rhodamnia, among many other common names) is a small tree native to the island of Waigeo in Indonesia. It has small, oblong leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rhodamnia waigeoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhodamnia waigeoensis has small, white, fragrant flowers with yellowish-green sepals. Its seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are short and slender with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhodamnia waigeoensis is an evergreen shrub that can reach a height of 1.5 m. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-established. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and watered regularly.
Where to Find Rhodamnia waigeoensis
Rhodamnia waigeoensis is found in the tropical rainforests of Waigeo Island, Indonesia.
Rhodamnia waigeoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhodamnia waigeoensis?
Rhodamnia waigeoensis
Where is Rhodamnia waigeoensis found?
Rhodamnia waigeoensis is found in Indonesia.
What are the common names of Rhodamnia waigeoensis?
Common names of Rhodamnia waigeoensis include Waigeo rhodamnia and Waigeo shrub.
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.