Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
lowii
ID:
459705

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
ksu

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 4: 132 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459037



Common Names

  • Ternstroemia Lowii
  • Lowii Ternstroemia
  • Ternstroemia


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Description

Ternstroemia lowii (also called Low's Ternstroemia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Theaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are obovate in shape, and its flowers are yellowish-white.

Uses & Benefits

Ternstroemia lowii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ternstroemia lowii has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ternstroemia lowii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed sowing or cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be about 4 inches long and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm location until the cuttings have rooted, which can take up to a month.

Where to Find Ternstroemia lowii

Ternstroemia lowii is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines.

Ternstroemia lowii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ternstroemia lowii?

Ternstroemia lowii

What is the common name of Ternstroemia lowii?

Lowii

What is the natural habitat of Ternstroemia lowii?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Ternstroemia genus

Ternstroemia acuminata, Ternstroemia crassifolia, Ternstroemia clusiifolia, Ternstroemia cernua, Ternstroemia candolleana, Ternstroemia britteniana, Ternstroemia brasiliensis, Ternstroemia coriacea, Ternstroemia penangiana, Ternstroemia rostrata, Ternstroemia patens, Ternstroemia parviflora, Ternstroemia punctata, Ternstroemia flavescens, Ternstroemia hartii, Ternstroemia granulata, Ternstroemia oligostemon, Ternstroemia laevigata, Ternstroemia elliptica, Ternstroemia microcarpa, Ternstroemia microcalyx, Ternstroemia meridionalis, Ternstroemia lowii, Ternstroemia lineata, Ternstroemia elongata, Ternstroemia ekmanii, Ternstroemia dura, Ternstroemia duidae, Ternstroemia distyla, Ternstroemia discoidea, Ternstroemia denticulata, Ternstroemia foetida, Ternstroemia citrina, Ternstroemia cherryi, Ternstroemia kanehirai, Ternstroemia howardiana, Ternstroemia houtsoortiana, Ternstroemia hosei, Ternstroemia campinicola, Ternstroemia guanchezii, Ternstroemia gracilifolia, Ternstroemia glomerata, Ternstroemia glandulosa, Ternstroemia gitingensis, Ternstroemia chapaensis, Ternstroemia beccarii, Ternstroemia camelliifolia, Ternstroemia calycina, Ternstroemia buxifolia, Ternstroemia bullata,

Species in the Pentaphylacaceae family

Adinandra angustifolia, Adinandra acuminata, Adinandra acuta, Adinandra angulata, Adinandra anisobasis, Adinandra annamensis, Adinandra apoensis, Adinandra argentifolia, Adinandra auriformis, Adinandra bicuspidata, Adinandra bockiana, Adinandra borneensis, Adinandra brassii, Adinandra brefeldii, Adinandra calciphila, Adinandra caudata, Adinandra celebica, Adinandra clemensiae, Adinandra coarctata, Adinandra collettiana, Adinandra collina, Adinandra colombonensis, Adinandra cordifolia, Adinandra corneriana, Adinandra crassifolia, Adinandra dasyantha, Adinandra donnaiensis, Adinandra dubia, Adinandra dumosa, Adinandra elegans, Adinandra elliptica, Adinandra endertii, Adinandra epunctata, Adinandra excelsa, Adinandra eymae, Adinandra filipes, Adinandra forbesii, Adinandra formosana, Adinandra gallatlyi, Adinandra glischroloma, Adinandra grandifolia, Adinandra grandis, Adinandra griffithii, Adinandra hainanensis, Adinandra hirta, Adinandra howii, Adinandra impressa, Adinandra inaequalis, Adinandra integerrima, Adinandra javanica,