Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
rusbyi
ID:
1296767

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ewan

Source:
tro

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 35: 350 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296105



Common Names

  • Rusby's Vismia
  • Rusbyi Vismia
  • Rusbyi Vismia Tree


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Description

Vismia rusbyi (also called Rusby's Vismia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 0.2 meters. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Vismia rusbyi is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes such as treating wounds and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vismia rusbyi is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vismia rusbyi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix, and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Vismia rusbyi

Vismia rusbyi is native to the Amazon rainforest and can be found in moist, sandy soils in open woods and disturbed areas.

Vismia rusbyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vismia rusbyi?

Vismia rusbyi

What is the common name of Vismia rusbyi?

Rusby's Vismia

What is the natural habitat of Vismia rusbyi?

Tropical forests

Species in the Vismia genus

Vismia sessilifolia, Vismia lindeniana, Vismia lauriformis, Vismia laxiflora, Vismia macrophylla, Vismia magnoliifolia, Vismia sprucei, Vismia japurensis, Vismia laevis, Vismia guianensis, Vismia baccifera, Vismia billbergiana, Vismia ferruginea, Vismia tenuinervia, Vismia sandwithii, Vismia steyermarkii, Vismia camparaguey, Vismia cayennensis, Vismia sessilifolia, Vismia bemerguii, Vismia micrantha, Vismia cavalcantii, Vismia cavanillesiana, Vismia confertiflora, Vismia cuatrecasasii, Vismia glabra, Vismia gracilis, Vismia martiana, Vismia minutiflora, Vismia obtusa, Vismia parviflora, Vismia plicatifolia, Vismia pozuzoensis, Vismia ramuliflora, Vismia rufa, Vismia tomentosa, Vismia jefensis, Vismia latisepala, Vismia floribunda, Vismia rusbyi, Vismia lateriflora, Vismia mandurr, Vismia brasiliensis, Vismia cauliflora, Vismia crassa, Vismia pentagyna, Vismia latifolia, Vismia conduplicata, Vismia atlantica, Vismia cavalcantei,

Species in the Hypericaceae family

Cratoxylum arborescens, Cratoxylum cochinchinense, Cratoxylum formosum, Cratoxylum glaucum, Cratoxylum maingayi, Cratoxylum sumatranum, Eliea articulata, Harungana madagascariensis, Harungana montana, Harungana montana, Harungana rubescens, Hypericum abilianum, Hypericum aciferum, Hypericum acmosepalum, Hypericum acostanum, Hypericum addingtonii, Hypericum adenotrichum, Hypericum adpressum, Hypericum aegypticum, Hypericum aethiopicum, Hypericum afrum, Hypericum amblyocalyx, Hypericum amblysepalum, Hypericum andjerinum, Hypericum androsaemum, Hypericum annulatum, Hypericum apiculatum, Hypericum apricum, Hypericum armenum, Hypericum asahinae, Hypericum ascyron, Hypericum asperuloides, Hypericum asperulum, Hypericum assamicum, Hypericum athoum, Hypericum atomarium, Hypericum attenuatum, Hypericum aucheri, Hypericum augustinii, Hypericum australe, Hypericum aviculariifolium, Hypericum baccharoides, Hypericum balearicum, Hypericum balfourii, Hypericum barbatum, Hypericum beanii, Hypericum beccarii, Hypericum bellum, Hypericum benghalense, Hypericum bequaertii,

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