Rhodomyrtus takeuchii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
takeuchii
ID:
917005
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Snow & J.Cantley
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 15: 66 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916340
Common Names
- Rhodomyrtus takeuchii
- Takeuchii Rhodomyrtus
- Takeuchii Myrtle
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Rhodomyrtus takeuchii (also called Takeuchi's Rhodomyrtus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to Japan. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is found in humid forests and along the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Rhodomyrtus takeuchii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhodomyrtus takeuchii is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of this plant are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhodomyrtus takeuchii is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a potting mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.
Where to Find Rhodomyrtus takeuchii
Rhodomyrtus takeuchii is native to Japan and can be found in the wild there.
Rhodomyrtus takeuchii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhodomyrtus takeuchii?
Rhodomyrtus takeuchii
What is the natural habitat of Rhodomyrtus takeuchii?
Rhodomyrtus takeuchii is native to Japan.
What is the average height of Rhodomyrtus takeuchii?
Rhodomyrtus takeuchii typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.
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-461383: Based on the initial data import
Neil Snow (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Snow' in the authors string.
Jason Cantley: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Cantley' in the authors string.