Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
sericea
ID:
297052

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 15: 497 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296384

Common Names

  • Rhodomyrtus sericea
  • Sericea Myrtus
  • Sericea Myrtle

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Description

Rhodomyrtus sericea (also called Silky 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 sericea 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 sericea 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodomyrtus sericea 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 sericea is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Rhodomyrtus sericea

Rhodomyrtus sericea is native to the Philippines and can be found in moist forests at low to medium altitudes.

Rhodomyrtus sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodomyrtus sericea?

Rhodomyrtus sericea

What is the family of Rhodomyrtus sericea?

Myrtaceae

What is the common name of Rhodomyrtus sericea?

Silky Rhodomyrtus

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-178174: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.