Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
1285253

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Whiffin & Foreman

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 2: 451 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284591

Common Names

  • Wilkiea pubescens
  • Downy Wilkiea
  • Wilkiea pubescens

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Description

Wilkiea pubescens (also called hairy wilkiea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Wilkiea pubescens is a species of shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Wilkiea pubescens are small, white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wilkiea pubescens is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Wilkiea pubescens

Wilkiea pubescens is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Wilkiea pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wilkiea pubescens?

Wilkiea pubescens

What type of plant is Wilkiea pubescens?

It is an evergreen shrub.

Where is Wilkiea pubescens native to?

Wilkiea pubescens is native to Australia.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50324382: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Trevor Paul Whiffin (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Whiffin' in the authors string.
Donald Foreman (1945-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foreman' in the authors string.