Wimmeria cyclocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyclocarpa
ID:
428604
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 18: 199 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427936
Common Names
- Wimmeria cyclocarpa
- Cyclocarpa Wimmeria
- Cyclo Wimmeria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Wimmeria cyclocarpa (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 cyclocarpa 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, 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 cyclocarpa 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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Wimmeria cyclocarpa 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 cyclocarpa
Wimmeria cyclocarpa is native to Brazil and can be found in the rainforests of the eastern and western coasts.
Wimmeria cyclocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wimmeria cyclocarpa?
Wimmeria cyclocarpa
What type of plant is Wimmeria cyclocarpa?
It is a shrub
Where is Wimmeria cyclocarpa native to?
It is native to Central and South America
Species in the Wimmeria genus
Wimmeria microphylla, Wimmeria obtusifolia, Wimmeria persicifolia, Wimmeria pubescens, Wimmeria serrulata, Wimmeria acuminata, Wimmeria bartlettii, Wimmeria concolor, Wimmeria cyclocarpa, Wimmeria lundelliana, Wimmeria lanceolata, Wimmeria confusa, Wimmeria chiapensis, Wimmeria mexicana, Wimmeria sternii, Wimmeria montana, Wimmeria excoriata,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2466580: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.