Kingdom:
Phylum:
Order:
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erythrosperma
ID:
955213

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gillespie

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 74: 17 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000954551



Common Names

  • Redberry Alyxia
  • Redberry Bush
  • Redberry Vine


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Description

Alyxia erythrosperma (also called Red-seeded Alyxia, among many other common names) is a small shrub of the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Australia, where it is found in the south-eastern parts of the country. It is typically found in open woodlands and along watercourses.

Uses & Benefits

Alyxia erythrosperma is used for its timber, which is used for furniture, flooring, and construction. Its leaves are also used for essential oils and medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alyxia erythrosperma is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, hard, woody capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single, thin stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alyxia erythrosperma is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Alyxia erythrosperma

Alyxia erythrosperma is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.

Species in the Alyxia genus

Alyxia evansii, Alyxia mucronata, Alyxia poyaensis, Alyxia solomonensis, Alyxia tropica, Alyxia veillonii, Alyxia acuminata, Alyxia angustifolia, Alyxia angustissima, Alyxia annamensis, Alyxia arfakensis, Alyxia baillonii, Alyxia balansae, Alyxia bracteolosa, Alyxia buxifolia, Alyxia cacuminum, Alyxia caletioides, Alyxia celebica, Alyxia clusiophylla, Alyxia composita, Alyxia concatenata, Alyxia cylindrocarpa, Alyxia defoliata, Alyxia efatensis, Alyxia erythrosperma, Alyxia fascicularis, Alyxia floribunda, Alyxia funingensis, Alyxia ganophylla, Alyxia glaucophylla, Alyxia globosa, Alyxia graciliflora, Alyxia gracilis, Alyxia grandis, Alyxia gynopogon, Alyxia hainanensis, Alyxia halmaheirae, Alyxia hurlimannii, Alyxia ilicifolia, Alyxia kaalaensis, Alyxia kabaenae, Alyxia kendarica, Alyxia kwalotabaa, Alyxia lackii, Alyxia lamii, Alyxia laurina, Alyxia laurina, Alyxia leucogyne, Alyxia linearis, Alyxia loeseneriana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-7257: Based on the initial data import
John Wynn Gillespie (1901-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillespie' in the authors string.