Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) A.C.Sm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Taxon 18: 287 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457972
Common Names
- Tasmannia Membranea
- Membranous Tasmannia
- Mountain Pepper
Synonyms
- Drimys membranea F.Muell. [unknown]
Description
Tasmannia membranea (also called Membranous Mountain Pepper, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Winteraceae family. It is native to Australia and is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforests. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall and has small, glossy, membranous leaves. The flowers are white and the fruit is a small, black berry.
Uses & Benefits
Tasmannia membranea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties and is used to treat a range of ailments, including colds, flu, and skin conditions. It is also used to make herbal teas and as an ingredient in cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Tasmannia membranea are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tasmannia membranea is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be planted in a well-drained medium.
Where to Find Tasmannia membranea
Tasmannia membranea is native to the tropical rainforests of New Guinea.
Tasmannia membranea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tasmannia membranea?
Tasmannia membranea
What is the common name of Tasmannia membranea?
Mountain Pepper
What is the natural habitat of Tasmannia membranea?
Dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands
Species in the Tasmannia genus
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,
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,