Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wallichii
ID:
676418

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Hist. Nat. 10: 102 (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675750



Common Names

  • Wallich's Eriolaena
  • Wallich Eriolaena
  • Wallichii Eriolaena


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Description

Eriolaena wallichii (also called Wallich's Cork Tree, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a dense, rounded crown and a short trunk, and its leaves are oblong-lanceolate, leathery, and glossy green. It is found in dry deciduous forests, open woodlands, and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Eriolaena wallichii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a drought-tolerant groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriolaena wallichii is a yellow-greenish color and has a bell-shaped form. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-greenish color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriolaena wallichii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F.

Where to Find Eriolaena wallichii

Eriolaena wallichii can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Eriolaena wallichii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriolaena wallichii?

Eriolaena wallichii

What is the common name of Eriolaena wallichii?

Wallich's Silk Cotton Tree

What is the natural habitat of Eriolaena wallichii?

It is native to India and Sri Lanka, where it grows in moist, tropical forests.

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