Rhodomyrtus montana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
297040
Status:
valid
Authors:
Guymer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 3: 386 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296372
Common Names
- Rhodomyrtus montana
- Montana Myrtus
- Montana Myrtle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhodomyrtus montana (also called Mountain Rhodomyrtus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to New Guinea, where it is found in montane forests. It grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhodomyrtus montana is used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and for its fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhodomyrtus montana has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhodomyrtus montana is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and covered with a thin layer of soil. Germination usually takes place within two weeks. Once established, Rhodomyrtus montana is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Rhodomyrtus montana
Rhodomyrtus montana is native to the Philippines and can be found in moist forests at low to medium altitudes.
Rhodomyrtus montana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhodomyrtus montana?
Rhodomyrtus montana
What is the family of Rhodomyrtus montana?
Myrtaceae
What is the common name of Rhodomyrtus montana?
Mountain Rhodomyrtus
Species in the Rhodomyrtus genus
Rhodomyrtus effusa, Rhodomyrtus elegans, Rhodomyrtus lanata, Rhodomyrtus locellata, Rhodomyrtus macrocarpa, Rhodomyrtus montana, Rhodomyrtus obovata, Rhodomyrtus pervagata, Rhodomyrtus pinnatinervis, Rhodomyrtus psidioides, Rhodomyrtus salomonensis, Rhodomyrtus sericea, Rhodomyrtus surigaoensis, Rhodomyrtus tomentosa, Rhodomyrtus trineura, Rhodomyrtus kaweaensis, Rhodomyrtus mengenensis, Rhodomyrtus guymeriana, Rhodomyrtus longisepala, Rhodomyrtus misimana, Rhodomyrtus takeuchii,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-178163: Based on the initial data import
Gordon P. Guymer (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guymer' in the authors string.