Rhodomyrtus pervagata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pervagata
ID:
297046
Status:
valid
Authors:
Guymer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 3: 380 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296378
Common Names
- Rhodomyrtus pervagata
- Pervagata Myrtus
- Pervagata Myrtle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhodomyrtus pervagata (also called Wandering Rhodomyrtus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to New Guinea, where it is found in lowland forests. It grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhodomyrtus pervagata is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhodomyrtus pervagata has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhodomyrtus pervagata 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, Rhodomyrtus pervagata is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Rhodomyrtus pervagata
Rhodomyrtus pervagata is native to the Philippines and can be found in moist forests at low to medium altitudes.
Rhodomyrtus pervagata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhodomyrtus pervagata?
Rhodomyrtus pervagata
What is the family of Rhodomyrtus pervagata?
Myrtaceae
What is the common name of Rhodomyrtus pervagata?
Spreading-leaved Rhodomyrtus
Species in the Rhodomyrtus genus
Rhodomyrtus effusa, Rhodomyrtus elegans, Rhodomyrtus lanata, Rhodomyrtus locellata, Rhodomyrtus macrocarpa, Rhodomyrtus montana, Rhodomyrtus obovata, Rhodomyrtus pervagata, Rhodomyrtus pinnatinervis, Rhodomyrtus psidioides, Rhodomyrtus salomonensis, Rhodomyrtus sericea, Rhodomyrtus surigaoensis, Rhodomyrtus tomentosa, Rhodomyrtus trineura, Rhodomyrtus kaweaensis, Rhodomyrtus mengenensis, Rhodomyrtus guymeriana, Rhodomyrtus longisepala, Rhodomyrtus misimana, Rhodomyrtus takeuchii,
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-178169: Based on the initial data import
Gordon P. Guymer (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guymer' in the authors string.