Status:
valid
Authors:
Hieron.
Source:
tro
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 21: 310 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301368
Common Names
- Weinmannia cochensis
- Cochabamba Weinmannia
- Cochensis Weinmannia
Description
Weinmannia cochensis (also called 'Tepa', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is native to the Andes Mountains in Peru and Ecuador, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1,500-3,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Weinmannia cochensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It can also be used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Weinmannia cochensis has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters on the top of the stem. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a short stem with two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Weinmannia cochensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Weinmannia cochensis
Weinmannia cochensis can be found in Central and South America.
Weinmannia cochensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Weinmannia cochensis?
Weinmannia cochensis
What is the common name of Weinmannia cochensis?
Cochabamba Weinmannia
What is the natural habitat of Weinmannia cochensis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Weinmannia genus
Weinmannia burserifolia,
Weinmannia magnifica,
Weinmannia balbisiana,
Weinmannia affinis,
Weinmannia pinnata,
Weinmannia luzoniensis,
Weinmannia pubescens,
Weinmannia richii,
Weinmannia mauritiana,
Weinmannia parviflora,
Weinmannia ovata,
Weinmannia microphylla,
Weinmannia vescoi,
Weinmannia tomentosa,
Weinmannia sylvicola,
Weinmannia vitiensis,
Weinmannia samoensis,
Weinmannia serrata,
Weinmannia spiraeoides,
Weinmannia spruceana,
Weinmannia sorbifolia,
Weinmannia dichotoma,
Weinmannia macgillivrayi,
Weinmannia celebica,
Weinmannia elliptica,
Weinmannia denhamii,
Weinmannia auriculata,
Weinmannia baccariniana,
Weinmannia blumei,
Weinmannia brachystachya,
Weinmannia intermedia,
Weinmannia jelskii,
Weinmannia karsteniana,
Weinmannia kunthiana,
Weinmannia lansbergiana,
Weinmannia laurina,
Weinmannia lechleriana,
Weinmannia lentiscifolia,
Weinmannia glabra,
Weinmannia fagaroides,
Weinmannia guyanensis,
Weinmannia corocoroensis,
Weinmannia chryseis,
Weinmannia condorensis,
Weinmannia coodei,
Weinmannia croftii,
Weinmannia clemensiae,
Weinmannia wercklei,
Weinmannia testudineata,
Weinmannia tremuloides,
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,