Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Genus:
Species:
collina
ID:
1427297

Status:
valid

Authors:
Saw

Source:
Flora of Peninsular Malaysia

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 72: 216 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443462



Common Names

  • Polyosma collina
  • Polyosma
  • Collina


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Description

Polyosma collina (also called Collina Polyosma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5m tall. It is native to New Zealand, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. Its leaves are simple, and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Polyosma collina is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping to add texture and color. It is also used medicinally, as the leaves are believed to have healing properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polyosma collina is a small, yellow-green flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyosma collina is a small shrub or tree that can reach up to 5 m (16 ft) in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to help speed up germination. Once the seedlings have grown to a height of around 10 cm (4 in), they can be transplanted into their permanent positions.

Where to Find Polyosma collina

Polyosma collina is native to New Zealand.

Polyosma collina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyosma collina?

Polyosma collina

What is the common name of Polyosma collina?

Collina Polyosma

What is the natural habitat of Polyosma collina?

Open woodlands and savannas

Species in the Polyosma genus

Polyosma blaoensis, Polyosma annamensis, Polyosma amygdaloides, Polyosma alangiacea, Polyosma adangensis, Polyosma penibukanensis, Polyosma mucronata, Polyosma ridleyi, Polyosma rhytophloia, Polyosma retusa, Polyosma reducta, Polyosma pulgarensis, Polyosma pubescens, Polyosma robusta, Polyosma philippinensis, Polyosma scortechinii, Polyosma parviflora, Polyosma pancheri, Polyosma oligodonta, Polyosma oligantha, Polyosma occulta, Polyosma nullii, Polyosma nhatrangensis, Polyosma borneensis, Polyosma piperi, Polyosma verticillata, Polyosma wallichii, Polyosma villosa, Polyosma mjoebergii, Polyosma urdanetensis, Polyosma turfosa, Polyosma trimeniifolia, Polyosma torricellensis, Polyosma subalpina, Polyosma stenosiphon, Polyosma spicata, Polyosma vochysioides, Polyosma crassifolia, Polyosma forbesii, Polyosma finisterrae, Polyosma fasciculata, Polyosma dolichocarpa, Polyosma discolor, Polyosma dentata, Polyosma fragrans, Polyosma cunninghamii, Polyosma gigantea, Polyosma coriacea, Polyosma cestroides, Polyosma buxea,

Species in the Escalloniaceae family

Anopterus glandulosus, Anopterus macleayanus, Eremosyne pectinata, Escallonia alpina, Escallonia angustifolia, Escallonia bifida, Escallonia bracteata, Escallonia callcottiae, Escallonia chlorophylla, Escallonia cordobensis, Escallonia demissa, Escallonia discolor, Escallonia farinacea, Escallonia florida, Escallonia gayana, Escallonia herrerae, Escallonia hispida, Escallonia hypoglauca, Escallonia illinita, Escallonia laevis, Escallonia ledifolia, Escallonia lepidota, Escallonia leucantha, Escallonia megapotamica, Escallonia micrantha, Escallonia millegrana, Escallonia mollis, Escallonia myrtilloides, Escallonia myrtoidea, Escallonia obtusissima, Escallonia paniculata, Escallonia pendula, Escallonia petrophila, Escallonia piurensis, Escallonia polifolia, Escallonia promaucana, Escallonia pulverulenta, Escallonia rebecae, Escallonia resinosa, Escallonia reticulata, Escallonia revoluta, Escallonia rigida, Escallonia rosea, Escallonia rubra, Escallonia salicifolia, Escallonia schreiteri, Escallonia serrata, Escallonia tucumanensis, Escallonia virgata, Escallonia stricta,

References

Leng Guan Saw (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saw' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77213798-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.