Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
beccarii
ID:
329265

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Peter G.Wilson & J.T.Waterh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 30: 439 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328597

Common Names

  • Tristaniopsis beccarii
  • White Cedar
  • Swamp Mahogany

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Description

Tristaniopsis beccarii (also called Beccari's Tristaniopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, up to 10 m tall, native to tropical Africa. It grows in lowland and montane rainforest, as well as in secondary forest and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tristaniopsis beccarii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tristaniopsis beccarii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a thin, light green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tristaniopsis beccarii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers and should be fertilized regularly. Prune back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Tristaniopsis beccarii

Tristaniopsis beccarii can be found in Australia, New Caledonia, and New Guinea.

Tristaniopsis beccarii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tristaniopsis beccarii?

Tristaniopsis beccarii

What are the common names of Tristaniopsis beccarii?

Beccari's beech, Beccari's berry, Beccari's cherry

What is the growth habit of Tristaniopsis beccarii?

It is a medium-sized, evergreen tree with a dense, rounded crown

Species in the Tristaniopsis genus

Tristaniopsis anomala, Tristaniopsis beccarii, Tristaniopsis bilocularis, Tristaniopsis burmanica, Tristaniopsis callobuxus, Tristaniopsis capitulata, Tristaniopsis collina, Tristaniopsis decorticata, Tristaniopsis elliptica, Tristaniopsis exiliflora, Tristaniopsis ferruginea, Tristaniopsis fruticosa, Tristaniopsis glauca, Tristaniopsis guillainii, Tristaniopsis jaffrei, Tristaniopsis laurina, Tristaniopsis littoralis, Tristaniopsis lucida, Tristaniopsis macphersonii, Tristaniopsis macrosperma, Tristaniopsis merguensis, Tristaniopsis micrantha, Tristaniopsis minutiflora, Tristaniopsis ninndoensis, Tristaniopsis oblongifolia, Tristaniopsis obovata, Tristaniopsis oreophila, Tristaniopsis parvifolia, Tristaniopsis pentandra, Tristaniopsis polyandra, Tristaniopsis pontianensis, Tristaniopsis razakiana, Tristaniopsis reticulata, Tristaniopsis vieillardii, Tristaniopsis whiteana, Tristaniopsis yateensis, Tristaniopsis kinabaluensis, Tristaniopsis microcarpa, Tristaniopsis rubiginosa, Tristaniopsis musa-amanii, Tristaniopsis sam-mannanii,

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-209144: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Peter Gordon Wilson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter G.Wilson' in the authors string.
John Teast Waterhouse (1924-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Waterh.' in the authors string.