Status:
valid
Authors:
Lundell
Source:
tro
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Wrightia 4: 92 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292723
Common Names
- Mountain Wimmeria
- Mountain Wimmeria Tree
- Mountain Wimmeria
Description
Wimmeria montana (also called Montana, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Asia. It has an upright growth habit with dark green, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Wimmeria montana is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a moderate growth rate and can be used as a hedge or a screen. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Wimmeria montana flower is small and yellow-green, with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Wimmeria montana is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining potting soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by cuttings, it is best to take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early fall and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Wimmeria montana
Wimmeria montana is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Hidalgo, Puebla, and Veracruz.
Wimmeria montana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wimmeria montana?
Wimmeria montana
What is the family of Wimmeria montana?
Celastraceae
What is the native range of Wimmeria montana?
South Africa
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,