Coprosma foetidissima - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1775
Citation Micro:
Char. Gen. Pl. 69. 1775 [29 Nov 1775]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922516
Common Names
- Coprosma foetidissima
- Foetidissima Coprosma
- Stinking Coprosma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coprosma foetidissima (also called Stinking Coprosma, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to New Zealand and grows in open woodland and grassland. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Coprosma foetidissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coprosma foetidissima is a small, yellowish-brown spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are thin, with a single stem and two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Coprosma foetidissima can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in early spring or late fall and planted in a light, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Coprosma foetidissima
Coprosma foetidissima can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Species in the Coprosma genus
Coprosma barbata, Coprosma bougainvilleensis, Coprosma elatirioides, Coprosma elegans, Coprosma fowerakeri, Coprosma dumosa, Coprosma pseudociliata, Coprosma acerosa, Coprosma acutifolia, Coprosma arborea, Coprosma archboldiana, Coprosma arcuata, Coprosma areolata, Coprosma atropurpurea, Coprosma autumnalis, Coprosma baueri, Coprosma benefica, Coprosma brassii, Coprosma buchananii, Coprosma chathamica, Coprosma cheesemanii, Coprosma ciliata, Coprosma colensoi, Coprosma cookei, Coprosma crassifolia, Coprosma crenulata, Coprosma cuneata, Coprosma cymosa, Coprosma decurva, Coprosma depressa, Coprosma divergens, Coprosma dodonaeifolia, Coprosma elliptica, Coprosma ernodeoides, Coprosma esulcata, Coprosma foetidissima, Coprosma foliosa, Coprosma glabrata, Coprosma gracilicaulis, Coprosma gracilis, Coprosma hirtella, Coprosma hookeri, Coprosma huttoniana, Coprosma inopinata, Coprosma intertexta, Coprosma kauensis, Coprosma kirkii, Coprosma laevigata, Coprosma lanceolaris, Coprosma linariifolia,
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-46809: Based on the initial data import
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Johann Reinhold Forster (1729-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Forst.' in the authors string.