Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
banksii
ID:
385649

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br. ex Schult.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1820

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 6: 81 (1820)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384981

Common Names

  • Banks' Primrose
  • Banks' Water Primrose
  • Banks' Brazilian Primrose

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Synonyms

  • Asclepias communis Vell. [unknown]
  • Gothofreda banksii (R.Br. ex Schult.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gothofreda corymbifera (E.Fourn.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gothofreda maritima (Hook. & Arn.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum corymbiferum E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum maritimum Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum banksii corymbiferum (E.Fourn.) Fontella & C.Valente [unknown]

Description

Oxypetalum banksii (also called 'Banks' Oxypetalum', 'Banks' Waxflower' and 'Banks' Waxplant', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has leathery, dark green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oxypetalum banksii 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 banksii 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 banksii 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 banksii

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

Oxypetalum banksii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxypetalum banksii?

Oxypetalum banksii

What is the common name of Oxypetalum banksii?

Banks' Oxypetalum

What is the natural habitat of Oxypetalum banksii?

Grasslands, scrub and rocky places

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2390527: Based on the initial data import
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.