Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
diosmoides
ID:
405117

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Putt.) L.W.Cayzer, Crisp & I.Telford

Source:
ksu

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 12: 702 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404449



Common Names

  • Diosmoides Leatherwood
  • Rhytidosporum
  • Leatherwood


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Synonyms

  • Marianthus procumbens diosmoides Wawra [unknown]
  • Bursaria diosmoides Putt. [unknown]

Description

Rhytidosporum diosmoides (also called the Diosma Leatherwood, among many other common names) is a low-growing shrub with small, leathery leaves. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhytidosporum diosmoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to control erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhytidosporum diosmoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhytidosporum diosmoides is a slow-growing shrub that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers medium to high light and soft to medium hard water. It can be propagated by taking cuttings and planting them in the substrate. It can also be propagated by planting the cuttings in a separate container with nutrient-rich substrate.

Where to Find Rhytidosporum diosmoides

Rhytidosporum diosmoides can be found in wet areas of Australia.

Rhytidosporum diosmoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhytidosporum diosmoides?

Rhytidosporum diosmoides

What is the common name of Rhytidosporum diosmoides?

Diosmoides Beak-sedge

What is the growth habit of Rhytidosporum diosmoides?

It is an aquatic plant with creeping rhizomes and erect stems.

Species in the Pittosporaceae family

Auranticarpa edentata, Auranticarpa ilicifolia, Auranticarpa melanosperma, Auranticarpa papyracea, Auranticarpa resinosa, Auranticarpa rhombifolia, Bentleya spinescens, Billardiera coriacea, Billardiera cymosa, Billardiera drummondii, Billardiera floribunda, Billardiera fraseri, Billardiera fusiformis, Billardiera heterophylla, Billardiera laxiflora, Billardiera lehmanniana, Billardiera longiflora, Billardiera macrantha, Billardiera mutabilis, Billardiera nesophila, Billardiera ovalis, Billardiera rubens, Billardiera scandens, Billardiera sericophora, Billardiera speciosa, Billardiera uniflora, Billardiera variifolia, Billardiera venusta, Billardiera versicolor, Billardiera viridiflora, Bursaria calcicola, Bursaria incana, Bursaria longisepala, Bursaria occidentalis, Bursaria reevesii, Bursaria spinosa, Bursaria tenuifolia, Bursaria cayzerae, Cheiranthera borealis, Cheiranthera simplicifolia, Cheiranthera telfordii, Cheiranthera alternifolia, Cheiranthera brevifolia, Cheiranthera filifolia, Cheiranthera linearis, Cheiranthera parviflora, Cheiranthera preissiana, Cheiranthera volubilis, Hymenosporum flavum, Marianthus coerulea-punctatus,

References

Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.
Ian R.H. Telford (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Telford' in the authors string.
Aloys Putterlick (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Putt.' in the authors string.
Lindy W. Cayzer (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.W.Cayzer' in the authors string.