Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
hederacea
ID:
819989

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sond.) Serra, M.B.Crespo & Lammers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 417 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819323

Common Names

  • Wimmerella hederacea
  • Ivy-leaved Wimmerella
  • Ivy-leaved Wimmerella

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Description

Wimmerella hederacea (also called Ivy-leaved Wimmerella, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Africa, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Wimmerella hederacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wimmerella hederacea is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wimmerella hederacea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Wimmerella hederacea

Wimmerella hederacea can be found in South Africa, in the Northern Cape and Western Cape.

Wimmerella hederacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wimmerella hederacea?

Wimmerella hederacea

Where does Wimmerella hederacea grow?

Wimmerella hederacea is native to Central America.

What is the growth habit of Wimmerella hederacea?

Wimmerella hederacea is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall.

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-357081: Based on the initial data import
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.
Manuel-Benito Crespo (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Crespo' in the authors string.
Luis Serra (1966-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Serra' in the authors string.
Thomas G. Lammers (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lammers' in the authors string.