Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
334948

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steud.) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 26: 350 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334280



Common Names

  • Insignis Wetria
  • Insignis Myrtle
  • Distinct Wetria


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Synonyms

  • Trewia insignis Steud. [unknown]
  • Trewia macrophylla Blume [unknown]
  • Trigonostemon forbesii Pax [unknown]
  • Wetria macrophylla J.J.Sm. in Koord. & Valeton [unknown]
  • Wetria trewioides Baill. [unknown]
  • Pseudotrewia macrophylla Miq. [unknown]
  • Agrostistachys pubescens Merr. [unknown]
  • Alchornea blumeana Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Wetria insignis (also called Insignis Wetria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to Australia and grows in dry sclerophyll forest, heathland and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Wetria insignis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used in gardens, borders, and containers. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wetria insignis is a white to pale yellow, five-petalled flower that grows in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wetria insignis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Wetria insignis

Wetria insignis is native to Australia.

Wetria insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wetria insignis?

Wetria insignis

What is the common name of Wetria insignis?

Showy Wetria

What is the natural habitat of Wetria insignis?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Wetria genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-214619: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.