Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
capitatum
ID:
385632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. Bras. 1: 50 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384964

Common Names

  • Oxypetalum Capitatum
  • Cupid's Shaving Brush
  • Cupid's Shaving Brush Plant

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Synonyms

  • Gothofreda capitata (Mart.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Oxypetalum capitatum (also called Capitate Oxypetalum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in grasslands, dry forests, and disturbed areas, and is often found in rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Oxypetalum capitatum 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oxypetalum capitatum sub. mirabile (Malme) Fontella & Farinaccio
Oxypetalum capitatum sub. angustum Malme

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxypetalum capitatum has small, white flowers with five petals and a short, broad calyx. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have linear leaves with a toothed margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxypetalum capitatum is a perennial and can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding.

Where to Find Oxypetalum capitatum

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

Oxypetalum capitatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxypetalum capitatum?

Oxypetalum capitatum

What is the common name of Oxypetalum capitatum?

Capitate Oxypetalum

What is the natural habitat of Oxypetalum capitatum?

Dry, rocky slopes and scrubland

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,

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