Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Genus:
Species:
colensoi
ID:
453238

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Molloy

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 33: 196. (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452570



Common Names

  • Manoao colensoi
  • Colensoi Manoao
  • Manoao Manoao


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Description

Manoao colensoi (also called 'Colenso's Manoao', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Manoao colensoi is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Manoao colensoi has yellow flowers with brown centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Manoao colensoi is a small shrub or tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. It is also possible to propagate from cuttings, but this is not as reliable. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Manoao colensoi

Manoao colensoi is native to New Zealand and can be found in the North Island and the South Island.

Manoao colensoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Manoao colensoi?

Manoao colensoi

What is the common name of Manoao colensoi?

Colenso's Manoao

What is the natural habitat of Manoao colensoi?

Manoao colensoi is native to New Zealand

Species in the Manoao genus

Species in the Podocarpaceae family

Acmopyle pancheri, Acmopyle sahniana, Afrocarpus dawei, Afrocarpus falcatus, Afrocarpus gracilior, Afrocarpus mannii, Afrocarpus usambarensis, Dacrycarpus cinctus, Dacrycarpus compactus, Dacrycarpus cumingii, Dacrycarpus dacrydioides, Dacrycarpus expansus, Dacrycarpus imbricatus, Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis, Dacrycarpus steupii, Dacrycarpus vieillardii, Dacrydium suprinii, Dacrydium araucarioides, Dacrydium balansae, Dacrydium beccarii, Dacrydium comosum, Dacrydium cornwallianum, Dacrydium cupressinum, Dacrydium elatum, Dacrydium ericoides, Dacrydium gibbsiae, Dacrydium gracile, Dacrydium guillauminii, Dacrydium leptophyllum, Dacrydium lycopodioides, Dacrydium magnum, Dacrydium medium, Dacrydium nausoriense, Dacrydium nidulum, Dacrydium novoguineense, Dacrydium pectinatum, Dacrydium spathoides, Dacrydium xanthandrum, Dacrydium tenuifolium, Dacrydium vieillardii, Falcatifolium angustum, Falcatifolium falciforme, Falcatifolium gruezoi, Falcatifolium papuanum, Falcatifolium sleumeri, Falcatifolium taxoides, Falcatifolium falcatum, Halocarpus bidwillii, Halocarpus biformis, Halocarpus kirkii,

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Brian Peter John Molloy (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molloy' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000452570: Placement according to April 2023 Classification