Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
pseudoverticillata
ID:
630034

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 20: 282 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629366

Common Names

  • Cunonia pseudoverticillata
  • Pseudoverticillata Cunonia
  • Pseudoverticillata Cunonia

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Description

Cunonia pseudoverticillata (also called False-whorled Cunonia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It typically grows to a height of 4-7 m and has a spread of 2-4 m. It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforest margins, often in moist, sheltered gullies and along creek banks.

Uses & Benefits

Cunonia pseudoverticillata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cunonia pseudoverticillata is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cunonia pseudoverticillata is a slow-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It should be planted in a sunny location in well-draining soil. It requires minimal water and should be watered only when the soil is completely dry. It should be fertilized once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cunonia pseudoverticillata

Cunonia pseudoverticillata is native to New Caledonia. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as montane forests and bamboo forests.

Cunonia pseudoverticillata FAQ

What are the common names of Cunonia pseudoverticillata?

False-whorled cunonia

What is the natural habitat of Cunonia pseudoverticillata?

Forests of New Caledonia

What is the growth rate of Cunonia pseudoverticillata?

Slow to medium

Species in the Cunoniaceae family

Ackama australiensis, Ackama nubicola, Ackama paniculosa, Ackama rosifolia, Acrophyllum australe, Acrophyllum venosum, Aistopetalum multiflorum, Aistopetalum viticoides, Anodopetalum biglandulosum, Bauera capitata, Bauera rubioides, Bauera sessiliflora, Caldcluvia paniculata, Callicoma serratifolia, Ceratopetalum apetalum, Ceratopetalum corymbosum, Ceratopetalum gummiferum, Ceratopetalum hylandii, Ceratopetalum iugumense, Ceratopetalum macrophyllum, Ceratopetalum succirubrum, Ceratopetalum tetrapterum, Ceratopetalum virchowii, Codia belepensis, Codia jaffrei, Codia mackeeana, Codia triverticillata, Codia albicans, Codia albifrons, Codia cinerascens, Codia discolor, Codia ferruginea, Codia fusca, Codia incrassata, Codia microphylla, Codia montana, Codia nitida, Codia spatulata, Codia xerophila, Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2747449: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.