Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bifida
ID:
240635

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) I.M.Johnst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 16: 166 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239967

Common Names

  • Bifida Paperbark
  • Bifida Honey Myrtle
  • Bifida Tea Tree

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Synonyms

  • Antirhea frangulacea DC. [valid]
  • Tournefortia bifida Lam. [unknown]
  • Guettarda frangulacea Sieber [unknown]

Description

Antirhea bifida (also called 'Split Antirhea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with white, star-shaped flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands and heathlands. It grows to a height of 2-4 m.

Uses & Benefits

Antirhea bifida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin problems. It is also used as an essential oil in aromatherapy and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Antirhea bifida are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and ovoid. The seedlings are slender and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antirhea bifida is a small shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting.

Where to Find Antirhea bifida

Antirhea bifida is native to the Philippines and can be found in the provinces of Benguet and Mountain Province.

Antirhea bifida FAQ

What is the average height of Antirhea bifida?

Antirhea bifida typically grows to a height of 3-4 metres.

What is the preferred soil type for Antirhea bifida?

Antirhea bifida prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the flowering season for Antirhea bifida?

Antirhea bifida typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-12402: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.