Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
527975

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & L.M.Perry

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 20: 338 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527307

Common Names

  • Ferruginous Ash
  • Ferruginous White Ash
  • Ferruginous Alphitonia

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Description

Alphitonia ferruginea (also called Rusty Almond, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Australia and New Guinea. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, meadows, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Alphitonia ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alphitonia ferruginea is a small, white spikelet. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alphitonia ferruginea is a medium-sized tree, growing to a height of 15–20 m (49–66 ft). It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Alphitonia ferruginea

Alphitonia ferruginea can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands.

Alphitonia ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alphitonia ferruginea?

Alphitonia ferruginea

What is the common name of Alphitonia ferruginea?

Rusty Ash

What is the natural habitat of Alphitonia ferruginea?

Tropical and subtropical rainforests

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2629986: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.