Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
kirkii
ID:
333574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dubard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille , sér. 3, 3: 45 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000332906

Common Names

  • Vitellariopsis kirkii
  • Kirkii Vitellariopsis
  • Kirkii Vitellariopsis

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Synonyms

  • Mimusops bakeri Baill. [unknown]
  • Mimusops kirkii (Baker) Baill. [unknown]
  • Butyrospermum kirkii Baker [unknown]

Description

Vitellariopsis kirkii (also called Kirk's Vitellariopsis, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Western Australia. It has small, feathery leaves and pink and white flowers. It grows in sandy soils in heathland, shrubland, and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vitellariopsis kirkii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vitellariopsis kirkii has white flowers with four petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vitellariopsis kirkii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vitellariopsis kirkii

Vitellariopsis kirkii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.

Vitellariopsis kirkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vitellariopsis kirkii?

Vitellariopsis kirkii

What is the common name of Vitellariopsis kirkii?

Kirkii Vitellariopsis

What is the natural habitat of Vitellariopsis kirkii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-213287: Based on the initial data import
Marcel Dubard (1873-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dubard' in the authors string.