Whytockia wilsonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wilsonii
ID:
1270969
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Weber) Yin Z.Wang
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Novon 13: 483 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001270307
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Whytockia wilsonii (also called Whytockia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has small, leathery leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in humid, temperate forests and is often found in the understory of larger trees.
Uses & Benefits
Whytockia wilsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Whytockia wilsonii is white, and has a yellow center. The seed is small, and the seedlings are slender and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Whytockia wilsonii is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem cutting of around 5 cm in length and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. It should be kept in a warm, sunny spot and watered sparingly.
Where to Find Whytockia wilsonii
Whytockia wilsonii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Whytockia wilsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Whytockia wilsonii?
Whytockia wilsonii
What type of plant is Whytockia wilsonii?
A shrub
Where is Whytockia wilsonii found?
It is found in China, Japan, and Korea
Species in the Whytockia genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50245668: Based on the initial data import
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.
Yin Zheng Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yin Z.Wang' in the authors string.