Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
681846

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Icon. 4: 49 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681179

Common Names

  • Cordifolia Eucryphia
  • Wild Olive
  • Blue Guarri

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Synonyms

  • Eucryphia patagonica Speg. [unknown]
  • Fagus glutinosa Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]

Description

Eucryphia cordifolia (also called Leatherwood, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Australia. It grows in moist and wet habitats, such as riverbanks, ditches, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Eucryphia cordifolia is used as an ornamental plant and has a wide range of medicinal uses. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eucryphia cordifolia has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucryphia cordifolia can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Eucryphia cordifolia

Eucryphia cordifolia is native to Tasmania and can be found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforests.

Eucryphia cordifolia FAQ

What is the hardiness zone for Eucryphia cordifolia?

USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10

What is the soil type for Eucryphia cordifolia?

Well-drained, acidic soil

What is the light requirement for Eucryphia cordifolia?

Full sun to partial shade

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