Polyosma pubescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
396792
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 38 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396124
Common Names
- Pubescent Polyosma
- Pubescent-leaved Polyosma
- Pubescent Polyosma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Polyosma pubescens (also called Hairy Polyosma, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, dark green, hairy leaves and small white flowers. It grows in lowland forests and scrubland, often in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Polyosma pubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Polyosma pubescens are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, which is enclosed in a fleshy, yellow-green berry. The seedlings are small, with two to three pairs of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Polyosma pubescens is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Polyosma pubescens
Polyosma pubescens is native to New Zealand. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Polyosma pubescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polyosma pubescens?
Polyosma pubescens
What is the natural habitat of Polyosma pubescens?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
What is the average size of Polyosma pubescens?
It can grow up to 1 meter in height
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
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:792456-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.