Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
rufa
ID:
442294

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) L.M.Perry

Source:
ksu

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 30: 147 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000441626



Common Names

  • Rufa Spiraeopsis
  • Spiraeopsis rufa
  • Spiraeopsis fulva


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Synonyms

  • Spiraeopsis canariifolia Ridl. [unknown]
  • Betchea rufa Schltr. [unknown]
  • Caldcluvia rufa (Schltr.) Hoogland [unknown]

Description

Spiraeopsis rufa (also called Red Spiraeopsis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to New Guinea. It has leathery, glossy leaves that are oblong to elliptic in shape and are about 2-4 cm long. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, and prefers moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Spiraeopsis rufa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a drought-tolerant plant. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin problems, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Spiraeopsis rufa has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spiraeopsis rufa is a perennial that grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Spiraeopsis rufa

Spiraeopsis rufa is native to Australia and can be found in moist, disturbed soils such as along roadsides and in fields.

Spiraeopsis rufa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spiraeopsis rufa?

Spiraeopsis rufa

What is the common name of Spiraeopsis rufa?

Rufous Spiraeopsis

What is the natural habitat of Spiraeopsis rufa?

Spiraeopsis rufa is native to New Guinea

Species in the Cunoniaceae family

Ackama australiensis, Ackama nubicola, Ackama paniculosa, Ackama rosifolia, Acrophyllum australe, Acrophyllum venosum, Aistopetalum multiflorum, Aistopetalum viticoides, Anodopetalum biglandulosum, Bauera capitata, Bauera rubioides, Bauera sessiliflora, Caldcluvia paniculata, Callicoma serratifolia, Ceratopetalum apetalum, Ceratopetalum corymbosum, Ceratopetalum gummiferum, Ceratopetalum hylandii, Ceratopetalum iugumense, Ceratopetalum macrophyllum, Ceratopetalum succirubrum, Ceratopetalum tetrapterum, Ceratopetalum virchowii, Codia belepensis, Codia jaffrei, Codia mackeeana, Codia triverticillata, Codia albicans, Codia albifrons, Codia cinerascens, Codia discolor, Codia ferruginea, Codia fusca, Codia incrassata, Codia microphylla, Codia montana, Codia nitida, Codia spatulata, Codia xerophila, Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii,

References

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:294684-1: Based on the initial data import