Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
tasmanica
ID:
329677

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sond. & F.Muell.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 63 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000329009



Common Names

  • Bertya tasmanica
  • Tasmanica Bertya
  • Bertya Tasmanica


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Synonyms

  • Ricinocarpos tasmanicus Sond. & F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Bertya tasmanica (also called Native Cherry, Native Plum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Australia and New Zealand. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bertya tasmanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known to attract butterflies and bees.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bertya tasmanica sub. vestita Halford & R.J.F.Hend.
Bertya tasmanica sub. tasmanica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bertya tasmanica has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bertya tasmanica is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It is tolerant of a range of soils and climates, and is best grown in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood growth and rooted in a sandy soil.

Where to Find Bertya tasmanica

Bertya tasmanica can be found in Australia.

Bertya tasmanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bertya tasmanica?

Bertya tasmanica

What is the common name of Bertya tasmanica?

Tasmanian Bertya

Where is Bertya tasmanica native to?

Australia

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-20957: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.