Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ramosissimum
ID:
504998

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Audas) Kellermann

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 22: 98 (2005 publ. 2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504330

Common Names

  • Spyridium ramosissimum
  • Ramosissimum Spyridium
  • Ramosissimum Myrtle

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Synonyms

  • Trymalium ramosissimum Audas [unknown]

Description

Spyridium ramosissimum (also called Spreading Spyridium, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia, typically found in heathlands and woodlands. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in spring.

Uses & Benefits

Spyridium ramosissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a food source for livestock. It is also used medicinally to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Spyridium ramosissimum has small, white flowers with yellowish-green bracts. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spyridium ramosissimum is a small shrub, growing to a height of 2-3 feet. It is best grown in a sunny location and in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Spyridium ramosissimum

Spyridium ramosissimum can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Spyridium ramosissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spyridium ramosissimum?

Spyridium ramosissimum

What is the common name of Spyridium ramosissimum?

Ramosissimum Spyridium

What is the natural habitat of Spyridium ramosissimum?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Spyridium genus

Spyridium oligocephalum, Spyridium obovatum, Spyridium obcordatum, Spyridium nitidum, Spyridium scortechinii, Spyridium tridentatum, Spyridium tricolor, Spyridium thymifolium, Spyridium phylicoides, Spyridium serpyllaceum, Spyridium riparium, Spyridium ramosissimum, Spyridium ulicinum, Spyridium westringiifolium, Spyridium phlebophyllum, Spyridium bifidum, Spyridium daltonii, Spyridium cordatum, Spyridium coactilifolium, Spyridium cinereum, Spyridium burragorang, Spyridium buxifolium, Spyridium mucronatum, Spyridium montanum, Spyridium minutum, Spyridium microphyllum, Spyridium microcephalum, Spyridium halmaturinum, Spyridium gunnii, Spyridium globulosum, Spyridium glaucum, Spyridium erymnocladum, Spyridium eriocephalum, Spyridium majoranifolium, Spyridium polycephalum, Spyridium spadiceum, Spyridium subochreatum, Spyridium villosum, Spyridium spathulatum, Spyridium leucopogon, Spyridium fontis-woodii, Spyridium furculentum, Spyridium coalitum, Spyridium stenophyllum,

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

Jürgen Kellermann (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kellermann' in the authors string.
James Wales Claredon Audas (1872-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Audas' in the authors string.