Status:
valid
Authors:
Salisb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1805
Citation Micro:
Parad. Lond.1: t. 13 (1805)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205387
Common Names
- Coronilla
- Viminalis
- Coronilla Viminalis
Synonyms
- Coronilla gibraltarica Brouss. ex Ball [valid]
- Coronilla pulchra Ball [valid]
Description
Coronilla viminalis (also called Coronilla, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India, Burma, Thailand, and Malaysia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, evergreen forests, and is often found near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Coronilla viminalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coronilla viminalis has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coronilla viminalis is a small to medium-sized shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.
Where to Find Coronilla viminalis
Coronilla viminalis is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist deciduous forests and along the banks of streams and rivers.
Coronilla viminalis FAQ
What is the common name of Coronilla viminalis?
The common name of Coronilla viminalis is Common Coronilla.
What are the uses of Coronilla viminalis?
The uses of Coronilla viminalis include timber, fuelwood, and medicinal purposes.
Where is Coronilla viminalis found?
Coronilla viminalis is found in India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Malaysia.
Species in the Coronilla genus
Coronilla juncea,
Coronilla minima,
Coronilla ramosissima,
Coronilla repanda,
Coronilla scorpioides,
Coronilla valentina,
Coronilla viminalis,
Coronilla coronata,
Coronilla vaginalis,
Coronilla varia,
Coronilla dura,
Coronilla montserratii,
Coronilla scorpioides,
Coronilla talaverae,
Coronilla cretica,
Coronilla elegans,
Coronilla globosa,
Coronilla rostrata,
Coronilla somalensis,
Coronilla lassenii,
Coronilla carinata,
Coronilla orientalis,
Coronilla atlantica,
Coronilla libanotica,
Coronilla securidaca,
Species in the Fabaceae family