Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
razakiana
ID:
329304

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 30: 440 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328636

Common Names

  • Tristaniopsis razakiana
  • Razak's Water Gum
  • Razak's Gum

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Description

Tristaniopsis razakiana (also called Razak's Myrtle, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree native to Australia. It has an upright habit and grows to a height of around 10 m. It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforests in the coastal and sub-coastal regions of New South Wales and Queensland.

Uses & Benefits

Tristaniopsis razakiana 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 razakiana has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The flowers have five petals and are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tristaniopsis razakiana is a small shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix in a warm, sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Tristaniopsis razakiana

Tristaniopsis razakiana is native to Malaysia and can be found in areas with tropical climates.

Tristaniopsis razakiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tristaniopsis razakiana?

Tristaniopsis razakiana

What is the common name of Tristaniopsis razakiana?

Razak's Water Gum

What is the natural habitat of Tristaniopsis razakiana?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-209180: Based on the initial data import
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.
Kizhakkedathu Mathai Kochummen (1931-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kochummen' in the authors string.