Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
428599

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 31: 253 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427931



Common Names

  • Wimmeria acuminata
  • Acuminata Wimmeria
  • Acumi Wimmeria


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Description

Wimmeria acuminata (also called Wimmeria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Wimmeria acuminata is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wimmeria acuminata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wimmeria acuminata is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 2-3 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Wimmeria acuminata

Wimmeria acuminata is native to Brazil and can be found in the rainforests of the eastern and western coasts.

Wimmeria acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wimmeria acuminata?

Wimmeria acuminata

What type of plant is Wimmeria acuminata?

It is a shrub

Where is Wimmeria acuminata native to?

It is native to Central and South America

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2466574: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.