Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.Wimm.) Serra, M.B.Crespo & Lammers
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 417 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819325
Common Names
- Wimmerella longitubus
- Long-tubed Wimmerella
- Long-tubed Wimmerella
Description
Wimmerella longitubus (also called Long-tubed Wimmerella, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Africa, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Wimmerella longitubus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Wimmerella longitubus is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have three pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Wimmerella longitubus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Wimmerella longitubus
Wimmerella longitubus can be found in South Africa, in the Northern Cape and Western Cape.
Wimmerella longitubus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wimmerella longitubus?
Wimmerella longitubus
Where does Wimmerella longitubus grow?
Wimmerella longitubus is native to Central America.
What is the growth habit of Wimmerella longitubus?
Wimmerella longitubus is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall.
Species in the Wimmerella genus
Wimmerella frontidentata,
Wimmerella arabidea,
Wimmerella giftbergensis,
Wimmerella hederacea,
Wimmerella bifida,
Wimmerella longitubus,
Wimmerella mariae,
Wimmerella pygmaea,
Wimmerella secunda,
Wimmerella hedyotidea,
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica,
Adenophora brevidiscifera,
Adenophora capillaris,
Adenophora changaica,
Adenophora coelestis,
Adenophora contracta,
Adenophora cordifolia,
Adenophora divaricata,
Adenophora elata,
Adenophora fusifolia,
Adenophora gmelinii,
Adenophora golubinzevaeana,
Adenophora grandiflora,
Adenophora hatsushimae,
Adenophora himalayana,
Adenophora hubeiensis,
Adenophora izuensis,
Adenophora jacutica,
Adenophora jasionifolia,
Adenophora khasiana,
Adenophora lamarkii,
Adenophora liliifolia,
Adenophora liliifolioides,
Adenophora lobophylla,
Adenophora longipedicellata,
Adenophora maximowicziana,
Adenophora micrantha,
Adenophora morrisonensis,
Adenophora nikoensis,
Adenophora ningxianica,
Adenophora palustris,
Adenophora pereskiifolia,
Adenophora petiolata,
Adenophora pinifolia,
Adenophora polyantha,
Adenophora potaninii,
Adenophora probatovae,
Adenophora remotidens,
Adenophora remotiflora,
Adenophora rupestris,
Adenophora rupincola,
Adenophora sinensis,
Adenophora stenanthina,
Adenophora stenophylla,
Adenophora stricta,
Adenophora sublata,
Adenophora takedai,
Adenophora tashiroi,
Adenophora taurica,
Adenophora trachelioides,