Wallenia punctulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punctulata
ID:
427892
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7: 322 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427224
Common Names
- Wallenia Punctulata
- Punctulata's Wallenia
- Punctulata's Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Wallenia punctulata (also called Spotted Wallenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It grows to a height of 1-3 m and has large, ovate leaves. It is found in moist areas such as swamps, marshes, and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Wallenia punctulata is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Wallenia punctulata has small, white, star-shaped flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Wallenia punctulata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until germination. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Wallenia punctulata
Wallenia punctulata is native to tropical Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.
Wallenia punctulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wallenia punctulata?
Wallenia punctulata
What is the common name of Wallenia punctulata?
Dotted Wallenia
What type of plant is Wallenia punctulata?
Herb
Species in the Wallenia genus
Wallenia ilicifolia, Wallenia discolor, Wallenia apiculata, Wallenia aquifolia, Wallenia calyptrata, Wallenia crassifolia, Wallenia ekmanii, Wallenia elliptica, Wallenia erythrocarpa, Wallenia fawcettii, Wallenia formonensis, Wallenia gracilis, Wallenia hughsonii, Wallenia corymbosa, Wallenia punctulata, Wallenia purdieana, Wallenia sylvestris, Wallenia urbaniana, Wallenia lepperi, Wallenia yunquensis, Wallenia laurifolia, Wallenia venosa, Wallenia subverticillata, Wallenia bumelioides, Wallenia clusioides, Wallenia jacquinioides, Wallenia lamarckiana, Wallenia xylosteoides,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,
References
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:267672-2: Based on the initial data import