Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
297055

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hassk.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Flora 25(2, Beibl.): 35. 1842

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296387



Common Names

  • Rhodomyrtus tomentosa
  • Tomentosa Myrtus
  • Tomentosa Myrtle


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Description

Rhodomyrtus tomentosa (also called Downy 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 lowland forests. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodomyrtus tomentosa is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rhodomyrtus tomentosa var. parviflora (Alston) A.J.Scott
Rhodomyrtus tomentosa var. tomentosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodomyrtus tomentosa 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodomyrtus tomentosa 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 tomentosa is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Rhodomyrtus tomentosa

Rhodomyrtus tomentosa is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests of Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and China.

Rhodomyrtus tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodomyrtus tomentosa?

Rhodomyrtus tomentosa

What is the family of Rhodomyrtus tomentosa?

Myrtaceae

What is the common name of Rhodomyrtus tomentosa?

Woolly-leaved Rhodomyrtus

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,

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