Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
decora
ID:
1302092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
tro

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 8: 154 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301430

Common Names

  • Weinmannia decora
  • Decora Weinmannia
  • Weinmannia

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Description

Weinmannia decora (also called 'Decorative Weinmannia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a rounded crown and a spreading habit. It has dark green, ovate leaves and clusters of small, white, star-shaped flowers in late summer and autumn. It is native to Madagascar and is found in tropical rainforests and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Weinmannia decora is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and produces yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Small, dark green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Weinmannia decora is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in a variety of soils and climates. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. They should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Weinmannia decora

Weinmannia decora is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Weinmannia decora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weinmannia decora?

Weinmannia decora

What is the common name of Weinmannia decora?

Decora Weinmannia

Where is Weinmannia decora found?

Weinmannia decora is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

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,

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