Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
auriculata
ID:
427833

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
cmp

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh New Philos. J. 9: 87 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427165



Common Names

  • Weinmannia Auriculata
  • Auriculata Valerian
  • Auriculata's Valerian


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Synonyms

  • Weinmannia caucana Killip [unknown]
  • Weinmannia nebularum Diels [unknown]
  • Weinmannia silvatica Engl. [unknown]
  • Weinmannia auriculata auriculata [unknown]

Description

Weinmannia auriculata (also called Ear-Leaved Weinmannia, among many other common names) is a small tree native to tropical Africa and Asia. It is characterized by its dark green, glossy leaves and its small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Weinmannia auriculata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of firewood.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Weinmannia auriculata var. bogotensis (Cuatrec.) Bernardi
Weinmannia auriculata var. dryadifolia (Moric.) Bernardi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Weinmannia auriculata has small, white flowers that are arranged in a cluster. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Weinmannia auriculata is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Weinmannia auriculata

Weinmannia auriculata can be found in the tropical forests of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Weinmannia auriculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weinmannia auriculata?

Weinmannia auriculata

What is the common name of Weinmannia auriculata?

Auriculate Weinmannia

What is the family of Weinmannia auriculata?

Cunoniaceae

Species in the Weinmannia genus

Weinmannia burserifolia, Weinmannia magnifica, Weinmannia balbisiana, Weinmannia affinis, Weinmannia pinnata, Weinmannia luzoniensis, Weinmannia pubescens, Weinmannia richii, Weinmannia mauritiana, Weinmannia parviflora, Weinmannia ovata, Weinmannia microphylla, Weinmannia vescoi, Weinmannia tomentosa, Weinmannia sylvicola, Weinmannia vitiensis, Weinmannia samoensis, Weinmannia serrata, Weinmannia spiraeoides, Weinmannia spruceana, Weinmannia sorbifolia, Weinmannia dichotoma, Weinmannia macgillivrayi, Weinmannia celebica, Weinmannia elliptica, Weinmannia denhamii, Weinmannia auriculata, Weinmannia baccariniana, Weinmannia blumei, Weinmannia brachystachya, Weinmannia intermedia, Weinmannia jelskii, Weinmannia karsteniana, Weinmannia kunthiana, Weinmannia lansbergiana, Weinmannia laurina, Weinmannia lechleriana, Weinmannia lentiscifolia, Weinmannia glabra, Weinmannia fagaroides, Weinmannia guyanensis, Weinmannia corocoroensis, Weinmannia chryseis, Weinmannia condorensis, Weinmannia coodei, Weinmannia croftii, Weinmannia clemensiae, Weinmannia wercklei, Weinmannia testudineata, Weinmannia tremuloides,

Species in the Cunoniaceae family

Ackama australiensis, Ackama nubicola, Ackama paniculosa, Ackama rosifolia, Acrophyllum australe, Acrophyllum venosum, Aistopetalum multiflorum, Aistopetalum viticoides, Anodopetalum biglandulosum, Bauera capitata, Bauera rubioides, Bauera sessiliflora, Caldcluvia paniculata, Callicoma serratifolia, Ceratopetalum apetalum, Ceratopetalum corymbosum, Ceratopetalum gummiferum, Ceratopetalum hylandii, Ceratopetalum iugumense, Ceratopetalum macrophyllum, Ceratopetalum succirubrum, Ceratopetalum tetrapterum, Ceratopetalum virchowii, Codia belepensis, Codia jaffrei, Codia mackeeana, Codia triverticillata, Codia albicans, Codia albifrons, Codia cinerascens, Codia discolor, Codia ferruginea, Codia fusca, Codia incrassata, Codia microphylla, Codia montana, Codia nitida, Codia spatulata, Codia xerophila, Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2464981: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.