Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Canellales
Genus:
Species:
densifolia
ID:
458622

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Taxon 18: 289 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457954



Common Names

  • Tasmannia Densifolia
  • Dense-Leaved Tasmannia
  • Mountain Pepper


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Synonyms

  • Drimys densifolia Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Tasmannia densifolia (also called Dense-leaved 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 densifolia is a shrub native to Australia and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and stomach problems.

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 densifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require bright indirect light and regular watering.

Where to Find Tasmannia densifolia

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

Tasmannia densifolia FAQ

What are the common names of Tasmannia densifolia?

Common names of Tasmannia densifolia include dense-leaved pepperbush and Tasmanian pepperbush.

What is the native habitat of Tasmannia densifolia?

Tasmannia densifolia is native to Tasmania, Australia.

How big can Tasmannia densifolia grow?

Tasmannia densifolia 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

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:555225-1: Based on the initial data import