Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
1282626

Status:
valid

Authors:
Domke

Source:
tro

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 62: 485 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281964



Common Names

  • Kelleria ericoides
  • Kelleria
  • Ericoides


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Description

Kelleria ericoides (also called Ericoid Kelleria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical America. It grows in moist, shady forests and along streams, usually at elevations of up to 1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Kelleria ericoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Kelleria ericoides are white or pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kelleria ericoides is a small shrub that grows in a variety of soils and climates. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Kelleria ericoides

Kelleria ericoides can be found in Tasmania, Australia.

Kelleria ericoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kelleria ericoides?

Kelleria ericoides

What type of plant is Kelleria ericoides?

Herb

Where is Kelleria ericoides native to?

South America

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

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