Status:
valid
Authors:
Rusby
Source:
tro
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard. 4: 353 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001244499
Common Names
- Rhoifolia Weinmannia
- Weinmannia Rhoifolia
- Rhoifolia Weinmannia
Description
Weinmannia rhoifolia (also called Weinmannia trichosperma, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby plant with a spreading habit. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist, shady areas. It has small, bright green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Weinmannia rhoifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers are also used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Weinmannia rhoifolia has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Weinmannia rhoifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen, woody climber that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is best propagated by cuttings taken from semi-hardwood stems. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 10-15 cm in length. They should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into larger pots or into the garden.
Where to Find Weinmannia rhoifolia
Weinmannia rhoifolia is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be found in Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador.
Weinmannia rhoifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Weinmannia rhoifolia?
Weinmannia rhoifolia
What is the common name of Weinmannia rhoifolia?
Rhoicissus Weinmannia
What is the natural habitat of Weinmannia rhoifolia?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland 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,