Commersonia novoguinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
novoguinensis
ID:
617749
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gilli) Guymer
Source:
cmp
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 7: 241 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617081
Common Names
- Commersonia Novoguinensis
- Novoguinensis
- Novoguinean Commersonia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Disaster novoguinensis Gilli [unknown]
Description
Commersonia novoguinensis (also called New Guinea Commersonia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to New Guinea and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white, star-shaped flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Commersonia novoguinensis is used as a windbreak and as a source of firewood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Commersonia novoguinensis is white or yellowish-white. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Commersonia novoguinensis is a perennial shrub that is native to Africa. 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 novoguinensis
Commersonia novoguinensis can be found in New Guinea.
Commersonia novoguinensis FAQ
What is the common name of Commersonia novoguinensis?
New Guinea Commersonia
What is the natural habitat of Commersonia novoguinensis?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia.
What is the average height of Commersonia novoguinensis?
It can grow up to 2 meters in height.
Species in the Commersonia genus
Commersonia macrostipulata, Commersonia amystia, Commersonia breviseta, Commersonia bartramia, Commersonia craurophylla, Commersonia cygnorum, Commersonia dasyphylla, Commersonia densiflora, Commersonia hermanniifolia, Commersonia magniflora, Commersonia novoguinensis, Commersonia obliqua, Commersonia parviflora, Commersonia rotundifolia, Commersonia rugosa, Commersonia salviifolia, Commersonia borealis, Commersonia corylifolia, Commersonia grandiflora, Commersonia madagascariensis, Commersonia prostrata, Commersonia apella, Commersonia erythrogyna, Commersonia gilva, Commersonia tahitensis,
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-2733311: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Gilli (1903-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilli' in the authors string.
Gordon P. Guymer (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guymer' in the authors string.