Carpodetus montanus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montanus
ID:
588985
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) Reeder
Source:
cmp
Year:
1946
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 27: 278 (1946)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588317
Common Names
- Carpodetus montanus
- Mountain Carpodetus
- Mountain Carpo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Argyrocalymma montana Ridl. [unknown]
Description
Carpodetus montanus (also called Mountain Horopito, among many other common names) is a shrub native to New Zealand. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. Its leaves are oval-shaped and leathery, and its flowers are small and white. It is found in montane forests, often growing in rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Carpodetus montanus is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Carpodetus montanus are small and white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Carpodetus montanus is a small shrub that grows in moist, shady places. It prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can also be grown from cuttings of mature plants.
Where to Find Carpodetus montanus
Carpodetus montanus is native to South Africa and can be found in coastal areas with sandy soils.
Carpodetus montanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carpodetus montanus?
Carpodetus montanus
What is the common name of Carpodetus montanus?
Mountain Carpodetus
What is the native range of Carpodetus montanus?
New Zealand
Species in the Carpodetus genus
Species in the Rousseaceae family
Abrophyllum microcarpum, Abrophyllum ornans, Carpodetus amplus, Carpodetus arboreus, Carpodetus archboldianus, Carpodetus denticulatus, Carpodetus flexuosus, Carpodetus fuscus, Carpodetus grandiflorus, Carpodetus major, Carpodetus montanus, Carpodetus pullei, Carpodetus serratus, Cuttsia viburnea, Roussea simplex,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2701300: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
John Raymond Reeder (1914-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reeder' in the authors string.