Weinmannia pentaphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentaphylla
ID:
1302064
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.
Source:
tro
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Fl. Peruv. 4: t. 330 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301402
Common Names
- Five-leaved Weinmannia
- Five-leaved Tree
- Weinmannia Pentaphylla
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Weinmannia pentaphylla (also called 'Tepa', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is native to the Andes Mountains in Peru and Ecuador, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1,500-3,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Weinmannia pentaphylla is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and produces yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Weinmannia pentaphylla has small, yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have thin stems and small, five-lobed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Weinmannia pentaphylla can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Weinmannia pentaphylla
Weinmannia pentaphylla can be found in the mountains of Central and Eastern Europe.
Weinmannia pentaphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Weinmannia pentaphylla?
Weinmannia pentaphylla
What is the common name of Weinmannia pentaphylla?
Pentaphylla Weinmannia
Where is Weinmannia pentaphylla found?
Weinmannia pentaphylla is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
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 tro-9300079: Based on the initial data import
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.