Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
polyphylla
ID:
1302068

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moric. ex Ser.

Source:
tro

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 11 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301406



Common Names

  • Many-leaved Weinmannia
  • Many-leaved Tree
  • Weinmannia Polyphylla


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Description

Weinmannia polyphylla (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 polyphylla 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 polyphylla 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Weinmannia polyphylla is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is found in humid forests from sea level to 1,500 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until roots have formed.

Where to Find Weinmannia polyphylla

Weinmannia polyphylla can be found in the mountains of Central and Eastern Europe.

Weinmannia polyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weinmannia polyphylla?

Weinmannia polyphylla

What is the common name of Weinmannia polyphylla?

Polyphylla Weinmannia

Where is Weinmannia polyphylla found?

Weinmannia polyphylla 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-9300085: Based on the initial data import
Moïse-Étienne Moricand (1779-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moric.' in the authors string.
Nicolas Charles Seringe (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ser.' in the authors string.