Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
merguensis
ID:
329291

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griff.) Peter G.Wilson & J.T.Waterh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 30: 439 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328623



Common Names

  • Tristaniopsis merguensis
  • Mergui Water Gum
  • Mergui Gum


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Description

Tristaniopsis merguensis (also called Mergui She-Oak, among many other common names) is a species of coniferous tree in the family Cupressaceae. It is native to Myanmar and New Caledonia. It typically grows in moist areas, such as along streams, in swamps, and in other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tristaniopsis merguensis is an evergreen shrub that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive foliage and small white flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It can also be used as a windbreak or as a hedge.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tristaniopsis merguensis sub. merguensis
Tristaniopsis merguensis sub. tavaiensis P.S.Ashton

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tristaniopsis merguensis has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The flowers have five petals and are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tristaniopsis merguensis is a small to medium-sized tree that grows in moist forests and along streams. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination. Seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants, with the best time to take them being in the late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Tristaniopsis merguensis

Tristaniopsis merguensis is native to Malaysia and can be found in areas with tropical climates.

Tristaniopsis merguensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tristaniopsis merguensis?

Tristaniopsis merguensis

What is the common name of Tristaniopsis merguensis?

Mergui Water Gum

What is the natural habitat of Tristaniopsis merguensis?

It is found in wet sclerophyll forests, along streams and in swampy areas

Species in the Tristaniopsis genus

Tristaniopsis anomala, Tristaniopsis beccarii, Tristaniopsis bilocularis, Tristaniopsis burmanica, Tristaniopsis callobuxus, Tristaniopsis capitulata, Tristaniopsis collina, Tristaniopsis decorticata, Tristaniopsis elliptica, Tristaniopsis exiliflora, Tristaniopsis ferruginea, Tristaniopsis fruticosa, Tristaniopsis glauca, Tristaniopsis guillainii, Tristaniopsis jaffrei, Tristaniopsis laurina, Tristaniopsis littoralis, Tristaniopsis lucida, Tristaniopsis macphersonii, Tristaniopsis macrosperma, Tristaniopsis merguensis, Tristaniopsis micrantha, Tristaniopsis minutiflora, Tristaniopsis ninndoensis, Tristaniopsis oblongifolia, Tristaniopsis obovata, Tristaniopsis oreophila, Tristaniopsis parvifolia, Tristaniopsis pentandra, Tristaniopsis polyandra, Tristaniopsis pontianensis, Tristaniopsis razakiana, Tristaniopsis reticulata, Tristaniopsis vieillardii, Tristaniopsis whiteana, Tristaniopsis yateensis, Tristaniopsis kinabaluensis, Tristaniopsis microcarpa, Tristaniopsis rubiginosa, Tristaniopsis musa-amanii, Tristaniopsis sam-mannanii,

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-209169: Based on the initial data import
William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.
Peter Gordon Wilson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter G.Wilson' in the authors string.
John Teast Waterhouse (1924-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Waterh.' in the authors string.