Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lewisensis
ID:
718618

Status:
valid

Authors:
Foreman

Source:
ksu

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Brunonia 6: 67 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717951



Common Names

  • Lewis' Helicia
  • Lewis Helicia
  • Lewis' Beech


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Description

Helicia lewisensis (also called Lewis's Helicia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is commonly found in rainforest areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helicia lewisensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and produces a range of colors, from white to pink and purple. It is also a good source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Helicia lewisensis are white or cream-colored, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helicia lewisensis is a small tree that grows up to 8 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy branches and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Helicia lewisensis

Helicia lewisensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America and can be found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is also found in the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Hispaniola, and Jamaica.

Helicia lewisensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helicia lewisensis?

Helicia lewisensis

Where is Helicia lewisensis found?

It is found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

What type of plant is Helicia lewisensis?

Helicia lewisensis is a species of evergreen tree in the family Proteaceae.

Species in the Helicia genus

Helicia acutifolia, Helicia affinis, Helicia albiflora, Helicia amplifolia, Helicia archboldiana, Helicia arguta, Helicia attenuata, Helicia australasica, Helicia biformis, Helicia blakei, Helicia bullata, Helicia calocoma, Helicia cameronii, Helicia carrii, Helicia celata, Helicia celebica, Helicia ceylanica, Helicia clemensiae, Helicia coeruleopurpurea, Helicia commutata, Helicia dentellata, Helicia elephanti, Helicia excelsa, Helicia falcata, Helicia ferruginea, Helicia finisterrae, Helicia forbesiana, Helicia fragilis, Helicia fuscotomentosa, Helicia glabrescens, Helicia glabriflora, Helicia graciliflora, Helicia grandifolia, Helicia grayi, Helicia hypoglauca, Helicia insularis, Helicia kjellbergii, Helicia laiagamensis, Helicia latifolia, Helicia lauterbachiana, Helicia ledermannii, Helicia lewisensis, Helicia loranthoides, Helicia macrostachya, Helicia maxwelliana, Helicia microcarpa, Helicia microneura, Helicia microphylla, Helicia neglecta, Helicia nortoniana,

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,