Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
balansae
ID:
385668

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , n.s., 34(7): 51 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385000

Common Names

  • Balansae Primrose
  • Balansae Water Primrose
  • Balansae Brazilian Primrose

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Synonyms

  • Gothofreda apoloensis Rusby [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum pauciflorum Occhioni [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum apoloense (Rusby) Dorr [unknown]

Description

Oxypetalum balansae (also called Balansa's oxypetalum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It is a herbaceous perennial that grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oxypetalum balansae is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxypetalum balansae has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxypetalum balansae is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Plant the seeds in a well-draining soil and keep the soil moist. It prefers full sun or partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Oxypetalum balansae

Oxypetalum balansae can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Oxypetalum balansae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxypetalum balansae?

Oxypetalum balansae

What is the common name of Oxypetalum balansae?

Balansa's Oxypetalum

What is the family of Oxypetalum balansae?

Apocynaceae

Species in the Oxypetalum genus

Oxypetalum suboppositum, Oxypetalum subcapitatum, Oxypetalum strictum, Oxypetalum stipatum, Oxypetalum schenckii, Oxypetalum rusticum, Oxypetalum rojasianum, Oxypetalum warmingii, Oxypetalum wightianum, Oxypetalum reitzii, Oxypetalum chodatianum, Oxypetalum ceratostemma, Oxypetalum capitatum, Oxypetalum brachystephanum, Oxypetalum insigne, Oxypetalum incanum, Oxypetalum humile, Oxypetalum cordifolium, Oxypetalum hilarianum, Oxypetalum banksii, Oxypetalum helios, Oxypetalum crispum, Oxypetalum costae, Oxypetalum barberoanum, Oxypetalum appendiculatum, Oxypetalum balansae, Oxypetalum aurantiacum, Oxypetalum arnottianum, Oxypetalum alpinum, Oxypetalum acerosum, Oxypetalum aequaliflorum, Oxypetalum arachnoideum, Oxypetalum pilosum, Oxypetalum patulum, Oxypetalum reflexum, Oxypetalum polyanthum, Oxypetalum pardense, Oxypetalum martii, Oxypetalum marginatum, Oxypetalum marambaiense, Oxypetalum macrolepis, Oxypetalum lutescens, Oxypetalum leonii, Oxypetalum kleinii, Oxypetalum jacobinae, Oxypetalum lineare, Oxypetalum pannosum, Oxypetalum pachygynum, Oxypetalum pachyglossum, Oxypetalum ophiuroideum,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,