Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
fuminensis
ID:
1274653

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.D.Qi & Yin Z.Wang

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 324 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273991



Common Names

  • Wikstroemia fuminensis
  • Fuminensis Wikstroemia
  • Fuminensis Wikstroemia Shrub


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Description

Wikstroemia fuminensis (also called Fumin Wikstroemia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to China and is found in moist forests and grasslands. It is a small, evergreen shrub with white or pink flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Wikstroemia fuminensis is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in erosion control projects and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wikstroemia fuminensis has small, white flowers that are followed by small, black berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wikstroemia fuminensis is an evergreen, perennial plant native to Japan. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. To propagate from seeds, collect them when they are ripe and sow them on a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings from a healthy plant and place them in a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Wikstroemia fuminensis

Wikstroemia fuminensis is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in the tropical rainforest, growing in moist, shady areas.

Wikstroemia fuminensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wikstroemia fuminensis?

Wikstroemia fuminensis

What is the common name of Wikstroemia fuminensis?

Fumin Wikstroemia

Where is Wikstroemia fuminensis native to?

China

Species in the Wikstroemia genus

Wikstroemia hanalei, Wikstroemia pilosa, Wikstroemia ovata, Wikstroemia bicornuta, Wikstroemia forbesii, Wikstroemia furcata, Wikstroemia monticola, Wikstroemia oahuensis, Wikstroemia phillyreifolia, Wikstroemia pulcherrima, Wikstroemia sandwicensis, Wikstroemia skottsbergiana, Wikstroemia uva-ursi, Wikstroemia villosa, Wikstroemia canescens, Wikstroemia australis, Wikstroemia mononectaria, Wikstroemia lanceolata, Wikstroemia indica, Wikstroemia leptophylla, Wikstroemia lichiangensis, Wikstroemia dolichantha, Wikstroemia scytophylla, Wikstroemia hainanensis, Wikstroemia chui, Wikstroemia nutans, Wikstroemia vaccinium, Wikstroemia liangii, Wikstroemia anhuiensis, Wikstroemia monnula, Wikstroemia gracilis, Wikstroemia stenophylla, Wikstroemia fargesii, Wikstroemia ligustrina, Wikstroemia angustifolia, Wikstroemia linoides, Wikstroemia micrantha, Wikstroemia subcyclolepidota, Wikstroemia johnplewsii, Wikstroemia huidongensis, Wikstroemia meyeniana, Wikstroemia glabra, Wikstroemia pachyrachis, Wikstroemia longipaniculata, Wikstroemia trichotoma, Wikstroemia capitata, Wikstroemia alternifolia, Wikstroemia retusa, Wikstroemia taiwanensis, Wikstroemia techinensis,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50268856: Based on the initial data import
Yin Zheng Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yin Z.Wang' in the authors string.
Yao-Dong Qi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.D.Qi' in the authors string.