Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
vieillardii
ID:
630047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brongn. & Gris

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 9: 72 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629379

Common Names

  • Cunonia vieillardii
  • Vieillardii Cunonia
  • Vieillardii Cunonia

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Description

Cunonia vieillardii (also called Vieillard's 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 vieillardii 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 vieillardii 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 vieillardii is a small, evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).

Where to Find Cunonia vieillardii

Cunonia vieillardii is native to tropical and subtropical forests of Madagascar.

Cunonia vieillardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cunonia vieillardii?

Cunonia vieillardii

What are the uses of Cunonia vieillardii?

Cunonia vieillardii is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruits.

What is the origin of Cunonia vieillardii?

Cunonia vieillardii is native to Southeast Asia.

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-2747461: Based on the initial data import
Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Jean Antoine Arthur Gris (1829-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gris' in the authors string.