Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
unibracteata
ID:
1306431

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Lopes, Junikka & Mello-Silva

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 84: 25 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318885

Common Names

  • Oxandra Unibracteata
  • Unibracteata Star
  • Unibracteata Morning Glory

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Description

Oxandra unibracteata (also called Oxandra Plant, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has small, needle-like leaves. The flowers are small and yellow and have a tubular structure.

Uses & Benefits

Oxandra unibracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxandra unibracteata has small, white flowers with yellow-green lips. Its seeds are small and round with a black or brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxandra unibracteata is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a potting mix that is moist and well-draining.

Where to Find Oxandra unibracteata

Oxandra unibracteata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Oxandra unibracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxandra unibracteata?

Oxandra unibracteata

What is the common name of Oxandra unibracteata?

Oxandra unibracteata

What type of plant is Oxandra unibracteata?

Tree

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Renato de Mello-Silva (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mello-Silva' in the authors string.
Jenifer de Carvalho Lopes (b.1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Lopes' in the authors string.
Leo Junikka: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Junikka' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77125858-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.