Status:
valid
                
                
                    
Authors:
A.Cunn.
                
                
                    
Source:
ksu
                
                
                    
Year:
1840
                
                
                    
Citation Micro:
Ann. Nat. Hist. 4: 25 (1840)
                
                
                    
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473603
                
             
            
            
                
                
                
            
            
            
                                    
                        Common Names
                        
                        - Plagianthus betulinus
- River Ribbonwood
- Whiteywood
 
                                
                
                    
                    
                    
                
                
                
                
                                    
                        Synonyms
                        - Plagianthus urticinus A.Cunn. [unknown]
 
                                                    
                        Description
                        
                            Plagianthus betulinus (also called Betula-leaved Plagianthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has an upright, bushy habit and grows up to 4 m tall. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate, and are usually 2-3 cm long. It prefers moist, shady areas and is often found in woodland and wet meadows.                        
                     
                                
                                    
                        Uses & Benefits
                        
                            Plagianthus betulinus is a popular ornamental plant that is often used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also known for its ability to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.                        
                     
                                
                                                    
                        Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
                        
                            Plagianthus betulinus has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, green leaf.                        
                     
                                
                
                
                                    
                        Cultivation and Propagation
                        
                            Cultivation and propagation of Plagianthus betulinus: This plant is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.                        
                     
                                                    
                        Where to Find Plagianthus betulinus
                        
                            Plagianthus betulinus is native to New Zealand.                        
                     
                
                                    
                        Plagianthus betulinus FAQ
                        
                            What is the scientific name of Plagianthus betulinus?
Plagianthus betulinus
What is the common name of Plagianthus betulinus?
Birch-Leaved Ribbonwood
How often should I water Plagianthus betulinus?
Water Plagianthus betulinus when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch
 
                     
                
                                    
                        Species in the Plagianthus genus
                        
                     
                                                    
                        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,