Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
karsteniana
ID:
427852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szyszył.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 40: 41 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427184

Common Names

  • Weinmannia Karsteniana
  • Karsteniana's Weinmannia
  • Karsteniana's Tree

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Synonyms

  • Weinmannia myrtifolia Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Weinmannia karsteniana (also called Karsten's Weinmannia, among many other common names) is a small tree native to tropical Africa and Asia. It is characterized by its dark green, glossy leaves and its small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Weinmannia karsteniana is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Weinmannia karsteniana flower is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Weinmannia karsteniana is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Weinmannia karsteniana

Weinmannia karsteniana is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia.

Weinmannia karsteniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weinmannia karsteniana?

Weinmannia karsteniana

What is the common name of Weinmannia karsteniana?

Karsten's Weinmannia

What is the natural habitat of Weinmannia karsteniana?

Weinmannia karsteniana is found in wet grasslands, marshes, and swamps in 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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