Polyosma verticillata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verticillata
ID:
396813
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 7: 272 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396145
Common Names
- Verticillata Polyosma
- Verticillata Polyosma
- Verticillata Polyosma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Polyosma verticillata (also called Polyosma verticillata, 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 verticillata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Polyosma verticillata 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 verticillata 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 verticillata
Polyosma verticillata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Polyosma verticillata FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Polyosma verticillata?
Polyosma verticillata is native to New Zealand and is found in lowland and montane forests.
What type of soil does Polyosma verticillata prefer?
Polyosma verticillata prefers moist, well-drained soil.
How much sunlight does Polyosma verticillata need?
Polyosma verticillata prefers partial shade to full sun.
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
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:792474-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.