Polyosma subalpina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subalpina
ID:
396825
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schulze-Menz ex P.Royen
Source:
ksu
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Alpine Fl. New Guinea 4: 2520 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396157
Common Names
- Polyosma subalpina
- Subalpine Polyosma
- Subalpine's Polyosma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Polyosma subalpina (also called Polyosma subalpina, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Polyosma subalpina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and asthma.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Polyosma subalpina are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Polyosma subalpina is a shade-loving, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It prefers moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade and can tolerate full shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Polyosma subalpina
Polyosma subalpina is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Polyosma subalpina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polyosma subalpina?
Polyosma subalpina
What type of plant is Polyosma subalpina?
Polyosma subalpina is a shrub.
Where is Polyosma subalpina native to?
Polyosma subalpina is native to New Zealand.
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
Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.
Georg Karl Wilhelm Schulze-Menz (1908-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schulze-Menz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:902828-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.