Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Canellales
Genus:
Species:
beccariana
ID:
458617

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gibbs) A.C.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Taxon 18: 288 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457949



Common Names

  • Tasmannia Beccariana
  • Beccari's Tasmannia
  • Mountain Pepper


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Synonyms

  • Drimys beccariana Gibbs [unknown]

Description

Tasmannia beccariana (also called Beccari's Tasmannia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Winteraceae family. It is found in Southeast Asia, and is an evergreen shrub with ovate-lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tasmannia beccariana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, pain, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, fragrant. Seed: small, black, glossy. Seedlings: small, green, with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tasmannia beccariana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is best to prune the plant after flowering to keep it in shape.

Where to Find Tasmannia beccariana

Tasmannia beccariana is native to the tropical rainforests of New Guinea.

Tasmannia beccariana FAQ

What are the common names of Tasmannia beccariana?

Common names of Tasmannia beccariana include Beccari's pepperbush and Tasmanian pepperbush.

What is the native habitat of Tasmannia beccariana?

Tasmannia beccariana is native to Tasmania, Australia.

How big can Tasmannia beccariana grow?

Tasmannia beccariana can grow up to 2 meters in height.

Species in the Tasmannia genus

Species in the Winteraceae family

Drimys andina, Drimys angustifolia, Drimys brasiliensis, Drimys confertifolia, Drimys granadensis, Drimys roraimensis, Drimys winteri, Pseudowintera insperata, Pseudowintera axillaris, Pseudowintera colorata, Pseudowintera traversii, Takhtajania perrieri, Tasmannia xerophila, Tasmannia vickeriana, Tasmannia verticillata, Tasmannia rubiginosa, Tasmannia beccariana, Tasmannia elongata, Tasmannia dictyophlebia, Tasmannia densifolia, Tasmannia cyclopum, Tasmannia coriacea, Tasmannia grandiflora, Tasmannia hatamensis, Tasmannia arfakensis, Tasmannia acutifolia, Tasmannia rosea, Tasmannia reticulata, Tasmannia pachyphylla, Tasmannia glaucifolia, Tasmannia obovata, Tasmannia membranea, Tasmannia macrantha, Tasmannia oligandra, Tasmannia insipida, Tasmannia lanceolata, Tasmannia purpurascens, Tasmannia stipitata, Tasmannia piperita, Tasmannia brassii, Tasmannia parviflora, Tasmannia pittosporoides, Tasmannia montis-wilhelmii, Tasmannia lamii, Tasmannia fistulosa, Tasmannia microphylla, Tasmannia vaccinioides, Tasmannia myrtoides, Zygogynum megacarpum, Zygogynum montanum,

References

Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Lilian Suzette Gibbs (1870-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gibbs' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:555220-1: Based on the initial data import