Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
laurifolia
ID:
1086447

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
tro

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 31 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001085785

Common Names

  • Wallenia laurifolia
  • Laurifolia Wallenia
  • Wallenia Laurifolia

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Description

Wallenia laurifolia (also called Laurel-Leaved Wallenia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in moist and dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Wallenia laurifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Wallenia laurifolia var. raunkiaeri Urb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Wallenia laurifolia are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wallenia laurifolia is a shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done through cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining medium. Layering is done by bending a branch of the shrub to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be left in place until it takes root.

Where to Find Wallenia laurifolia

Wallenia laurifolia is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Species in the Primulaceae family

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