Status:
valid
Authors:
Vieill. ex Brongn. & Gris
Source:
wcs
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 5, 13: 348 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328614
Common Names
- Tristaniopsis guillainii
- White Cedar
- Swamp Mahogany
Description
Tristaniopsis guillainii (also called River She-Oak, among many other common names) is a species of coniferous tree in the family Cupressaceae. It is native to New Caledonia and Vanuatu. It typically grows in moist areas, such as along streams, in swamps, and in other wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tristaniopsis guillainii is an evergreen shrub that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive foliage and small white flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It can also be used as a windbreak or as a hedge.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tristaniopsis guillainii var. balansana (Tison) J.W.Dawson
Tristaniopsis guillainii var. guillainii
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tristaniopsis guillainii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tristaniopsis guillainii is a small to medium-sized tree that grows in moist forests and along streams. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination. Seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants, with the best time to take them being in the late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Tristaniopsis guillainii
Tristaniopsis guillainii is native to Australia and can be found in areas with temperate climates.
Tristaniopsis guillainii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tristaniopsis guillainii?
Tristaniopsis guillainii
What is the common name of Tristaniopsis guillainii?
Guillain's Water Gum
What is the natural habitat of Tristaniopsis guillainii?
It is found in wet sclerophyll forests, along streams and in swampy areas
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,