Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poepp. & Endl.) Baill.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 1: 401 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681180
Common Names
- Glutinosa Eucryphia
- Wild Olive
- Blue Guarri
Synonyms
- Eucryphia pinnatifolia Gay [unknown]
Description
Eucryphia glutinosa (also called Tasmanian Leatherwood, among many other common names) is a small tree or large shrub native to Tasmania. It has grey-green leaves and white flowers that appear in late summer and autumn. It can be found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Eucryphia glutinosa 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 glutinosa has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eucryphia glutinosa 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 glutinosa
Eucryphia glutinosa is native to Chile and can be found in temperate rainforests.
Eucryphia glutinosa FAQ
What is the hardiness zone for Eucryphia glutinosa?
USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10
What is the soil type for Eucryphia glutinosa?
Well-drained, acidic soil
What is the light requirement for Eucryphia glutinosa?
Full sun to partial shade
Species in the Eucryphia genus
Eucryphia cordifolia,
Eucryphia glutinosa,
Eucryphia hillieri,
Eucryphia hybrida,
Eucryphia jinksii,
Eucryphia lucida,
Eucryphia milliganii,
Eucryphia moorei,
Eucryphia nymansensis,
Eucryphia wilkiei,
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,