Eucryphia wilkiei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wilkiei
ID:
681859
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Hyland
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 4: 590 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681192
Common Names
- Eucryphia Wilkiei
- Wilkiei Eucryphia
- Eucryphia Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eucryphia wilkiei (also called Wilkie's Leatherwood, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Tasmania. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers that appear in late summer and autumn. It can be found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Eucryphia wilkiei is often used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and parks. It has an attractive, dense foliage and produces white flowers in the summer months.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eucryphia wilkiei is white or cream in colour, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eucryphia wilkiei is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows to a height of 10-20 m (30-65 ft). It is native to Australia and New Zealand. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a cold frame in spring and the cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Eucryphia wilkiei
Eucryphia wilkiei is native to Australia and can be found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforests.
Eucryphia wilkiei FAQ
What is the ideal soil type for Eucryphia wilkiei?
Eucryphia wilkiei prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
What is the ideal climate for Eucryphia wilkiei?
Eucryphia wilkiei prefers a temperate climate with cool summers and mild winters.
How much water does Eucryphia wilkiei need?
Eucryphia wilkiei needs moderate amounts of water and should not be over-watered.
Species in the Eucryphia genus
Species in the Cunoniaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2802775: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Hyland (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hyland' in the authors string.