Status:
valid
Authors:
King
Source:
ksu
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 66: 304 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396118
Common Names
- Ridley's Polyosma
- Ridley Polyosma
- Ridley's Polyosma
Synonyms
- Polyosma laetevirens robusta Ridl. [valid]
Description
Polyosma ridleyi (also called Ridley's Polyosma, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers. It grows in lowland forests and scrubland, often in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Polyosma ridleyi 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
Polyosma ridleyi has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Polyosma ridleyi 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 ridleyi
Polyosma ridleyi is found in New Zealand. It grows in moist, shady forests and meadows, and is often found in coniferous or mixed forests.
Polyosma ridleyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polyosma ridleyi?
Polyosma ridleyi
What is the natural habitat of Polyosma ridleyi?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
What is the average size of Polyosma ridleyi?
It can grow up to 10 meters 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,