Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
bartramia
ID:
617713

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Interpr. Herb. Amboin. : 362 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617045



Common Names

  • Commersonia Bartramia
  • Bartramia
  • Bartram's Commersonia


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Synonyms

  • Ricinus odoratus Noronha [unknown]
  • Restiaria echinata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pimia rhamnoides Seem. [unknown]
  • Byttneria caledonica Turcz. [unknown]
  • Commersonia echinata J.R.Forst. & G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Commersonia echinata bancroftii F.M.Bailey [unknown]
  • Commersonia echinata javana Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Commersonia javensis G.Don [unknown]
  • Commersonia platyphylla Andrews [unknown]
  • Commersonia echinata platyphylla (Andrews) Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Muntingia bartramia L. [unknown]

Description

Commersonia bartramia (also called Bartram's Commersonia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white, star-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Commersonia bartramia is used as a windbreak and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Commersonia bartramia is white or yellowish-white. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commersonia bartramia is a perennial shrub that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Commersonia bartramia

Commersonia bartramia can be found in the coastal regions of Australia.

Commersonia bartramia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commersonia bartramia?

Commersonia bartramia

What is the common name of Commersonia bartramia?

Brown Kurrajong

What is the natural habitat of Commersonia bartramia?

It is native to Australia

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2733279: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.