Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
ernestiana
ID:
341751

Status:
valid

Authors:
Halford & R.J.F.Hend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 6: 200 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341083



Common Names

  • Bertya ernestiana
  • Ernestiana Bertya
  • Ernestiana Tree


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Description

Bertya ernestiana (also called Ernest's Bertya, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia and New Zealand. It grows in wet areas, such as swamps, and is characterized by its small, greenish-brown flowers and its narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Bertya ernestiana can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has medicinal properties and can be used to treat skin ailments, fever, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bertya ernestiana has five white petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bertya ernestiana is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Bertya ernestiana

Bertya ernestiana is native to Australia, and is found in wetland areas.

Bertya ernestiana FAQ

What are the common names of Bertya ernestiana?

Ernestiana bertya

What is the growth rate of Bertya ernestiana?

Moderate

What is the maximum height of Bertya ernestiana?

Up to 5 m

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-221320: Based on the initial data import
Rodney Henderson (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.F.Hend.' in the authors string.
David A. Halford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halford' in the authors string.