Pseudowintera axillaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Canellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
axillaris
ID:
1241418
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) Dandy
Source:
tro
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 71: 121 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001240756
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pseudowintera axillaris (also called Horopito, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, sheltered areas in open forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudowintera axillaris is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions and to reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pseudowintera axillaris are small and yellow. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small with two to three leaves.
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Pseudowintera axillaris can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and can tolerate full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring and summer months.
Where to Find Pseudowintera axillaris
Pseudowintera axillaris can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Nevada.
Pseudowintera axillaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudowintera axillaris?
Pseudowintera axillaris
What type of plant is Pseudowintera axillaris?
A shrub
What is the natural habitat of Pseudowintera axillaris?
It is found in moist forests and riparian areas
Species in the Pseudowintera genus
Species in the Winteraceae family
Drimys andina, Drimys angustifolia, Drimys brasiliensis, Drimys confertifolia, Drimys granadensis, Drimys roraimensis, Drimys winteri, Pseudowintera insperata, Pseudowintera axillaris, Pseudowintera colorata, Pseudowintera traversii, Takhtajania perrieri, Tasmannia xerophila, Tasmannia vickeriana, Tasmannia verticillata, Tasmannia rubiginosa, Tasmannia beccariana, Tasmannia elongata, Tasmannia dictyophlebia, Tasmannia densifolia, Tasmannia cyclopum, Tasmannia coriacea, Tasmannia grandiflora, Tasmannia hatamensis, Tasmannia arfakensis, Tasmannia acutifolia, Tasmannia rosea, Tasmannia reticulata, Tasmannia pachyphylla, Tasmannia glaucifolia, Tasmannia obovata, Tasmannia membranea, Tasmannia macrantha, Tasmannia oligandra, Tasmannia insipida, Tasmannia lanceolata, Tasmannia purpurascens, Tasmannia stipitata, Tasmannia piperita, Tasmannia brassii, Tasmannia parviflora, Tasmannia pittosporoides, Tasmannia montis-wilhelmii, Tasmannia lamii, Tasmannia fistulosa, Tasmannia microphylla, Tasmannia vaccinioides, Tasmannia myrtoides, Zygogynum megacarpum, Zygogynum montanum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50108850: Based on the initial data import
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
James Edgar Dandy (1903-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dandy' in the authors string.
Johann Reinhold Forster (1729-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Forst.' in the authors string.