Status:
valid
Authors:
W.L.Wagner & Lorence
Source:
wcs
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 4: 120 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000923124
Common Names
- Coprosma Temetiuensis
- Temetiuensis Coprosma
- Temetiuensis Mirror Plant
Description
Coprosma temetiuensis (also called 'Temetiu Coprosma', among many other common names) is a shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, white flowers and linear leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas and can be found in grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Coprosma temetiuensis is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has a unique look and can be used to create a natural look in the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coprosma temetiuensis has small, white flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. The flowers have five petals and are arranged in a star-like shape. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed that is about 1 cm long. The seedlings are small, dark green and have two leaves that are about 1 cm long.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coprosma temetiuensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It is a fast-growing plant and can be easily propagated by cuttings.
Where to Find Coprosma temetiuensis
Coprosma temetiuensis is native to New Caledonia and can be found in the lowland rainforest.
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,