Status:
valid
Authors:
Whiffin
Source:
ksu
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 2: 453 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508168
Common Names
- Hyland's Wilkiea
- Hyland Wilkiea
- Wilkiea Hylandii
Description
Wilkiea hylandii (also called Hyland's Wilkiea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical South America. It has a low-growing habit and grows to a height of 5–10 cm. It prefers moist soils and is often found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Wilkiea hylandii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Wilkiea hylandii has small white flowers that are clustered together in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Wilkiea hylandii is an evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by division. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Wilkiea hylandii
Wilkiea hylandii is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.
Wilkiea hylandii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wilkiea hylandii?
Wilkiea hylandii
What is the common name of Wilkiea hylandii?
Hyland's Wilkiea
What is the flowering season of Wilkiea hylandii?
Spring
Species in the Wilkiea genus
Wilkiea austroqueenslandica,
Wilkiea foremanii,
Wilkiea cordata,
Wilkiea hylandii,
Wilkiea smithii,
Wilkiea macrophylla,
Wilkiea wardellii,
Wilkiea angustifolia,
Wilkiea hugeliana,
Wilkiea longipes,
Wilkiea pubescens,
Wilkiea rigidifolia,
Wilkiea huegeliana,
Wilkiea kaarruana,
Species in the Monimiaceae family
Austromatthaea elegans,
Carnegieodoxa eximia,
Decarydendron helenae,
Decarydendron lamii,
Decarydendron perrieri,
Decarydendron ranomafanense,
Ephippiandra domatiata,
Ephippiandra madagascariensis,
Ephippiandra masoalensis,
Ephippiandra microphylla,
Ephippiandra myrtoidea,
Ephippiandra perrieri,
Ephippiandra tsaratanensis,
Faika villosa,
Grazielanthus arkeocarpus,
Hedycarya alternifolia,
Hedycarya angustifolia,
Hedycarya aragoensis,
Hedycarya arborea,
Hedycarya badaunii,
Hedycarya chrysophylla,
Hedycarya cupulata,
Hedycarya denticulata,
Hedycarya dorstenioides,
Hedycarya engleriana,
Hedycarya erythrocarpa,
Hedycarya loxocarya,
Hedycarya neoebudica,
Hedycarya parvifolia,
Hedycarya perbracteolata,
Hedycarya rivularis,
Hedycarya symplocoides,
Hedycarya baudouinii,
Hemmantia webbii,
Hennecartia omphalandra,
Hortonia floribunda,
Hortonia ovalifolia,
Hortonia angustifolia,
Kairoa suberosa,
Kairoa endressiana,
Kairoa villosa,
Kairoa cromeana,
Kibara royenii,
Kibara roemeri,
Kibara rosselensis,
Kibara shungolensis,
Kibara sleumeri,
Kibara sudestensis,
Kibara warenensis,
Kibara versteeghii,