Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
nigrum
ID:
240615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Colla

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Hortus Ripul. : 88 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239947

Common Names

  • Nigrum Paperbark
  • Nigrum Honey Myrtle
  • Nigrum Tea Tree

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Synonyms

  • Pleurocarpus decemfidus Klotzsch [valid]
  • Rhyssocarpus pubescens Endl. [valid]
  • Viviania psychotrioides Colla [illegitimate]
  • Billiotia psychotrioides (Colla) DC. [unknown]
  • Cinchona pubescens Endl. [valid]
  • Gardenia ferrea Vell. [valid]
  • Billiottia psychotrioides DC. [illegitimate]

Description

Melanopsidium nigrum (also called 'Black Melanopsidium', 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

Melanopsidium nigrum is used as an ornamental plant and is often used for its fragrant foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak, and can be used to attract birds to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Melanopsidium nigrum are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and ovoid. The seedlings are slender and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melanopsidium nigrum 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 Melanopsidium nigrum

Melanopsidium nigrum is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Melanopsidium nigrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melanopsidium nigrum?

Melanopsidium nigrum

What is the common name of Melanopsidium nigrum?

Black Melanopsidium

What is the natural habitat of Melanopsidium nigrum?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Melanopsidium genus

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,

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