Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
bartlettii
ID:
428600

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 65: 467 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427932

Common Names

  • Wimmeria bartlettii
  • Bartlettii Wimmeria
  • Bartle Wimmeria

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Synonyms

  • Maytenus lambii Standl. & L.O.Williams [valid]
  • Wimmeria lambii (Standl. & L.O.Williams) Lundell [valid]

Description

Wimmeria bartlettii (also called Wimmeria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Wimmeria bartlettii is an ornamental plant that is often used to add color and texture to gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant in some cultures, with its leaves being used to treat skin conditions and its roots being used to treat fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wimmeria bartlettii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wimmeria bartlettii is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Wimmeria bartlettii

Wimmeria bartlettii is native to Brazil and can be found in the rainforests of the eastern and western coasts.

Wimmeria bartlettii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wimmeria bartlettii?

Wimmeria bartlettii

What type of plant is Wimmeria bartlettii?

It is a shrub

Where is Wimmeria bartlettii native to?

It is native to Central and South America

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

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