Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
inconspicuum
ID:
405118

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.W.Cayzer, Crisp & I.Telford

Source:
ksu

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 12: 700 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404450



Common Names

  • Inconspicuous Leatherwood
  • Rhytidosporum
  • Leatherwood


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Description

Rhytidosporum inconspicuum (also called the Inconspicuous 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 inconspicuum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhytidosporum inconspicuum 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 inconspicuum 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 inconspicuum

Rhytidosporum inconspicuum can be found in wet areas of Australia.

Rhytidosporum inconspicuum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhytidosporum inconspicuum?

Rhytidosporum inconspicuum

What is the common name of Rhytidosporum inconspicuum?

Inconspicuous Beak-sedge

What is the growth habit of Rhytidosporum inconspicuum?

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.
Lindy W. Cayzer (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.W.Cayzer' in the authors string.