Weinmannia heterophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
1416639
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Fl. Peruv. 4: t. 331 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429104
Common Names
- Weinmannia
- Weinmannia heterophylla
- W. heterophylla
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Weinmannia heterophylla (also called Variable-Leaved Weinmannia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It prefers dry, sunny environments and can be found in open meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Weinmannia heterophylla is a herbaceous perennial that is used as a ground cover in shady areas. It has attractive foliage and is a good choice for rock gardens and woodland gardens. It is also used as an ornamental plant in borders and containers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Weinmannia heterophylla is a small, yellow-green spikelet, with each spikelet containing a single flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, grass-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Weinmannia heterophylla is a tropical tree that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and high temperatures. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.
Where to Find Weinmannia heterophylla
Weinmannia heterophylla is native to the temperate regions of Chile and Argentina.
Weinmannia heterophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Weinmannia heterophylla?
Weinmannia heterophylla
What is the common name of Weinmannia heterophylla?
Variable-leaved weinmannia
What is the natural habitat of Weinmannia heterophylla?
Tropical rainforests
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
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:794999-1: Based on the initial data import