Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
corymbosum
ID:
1305014

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Malme) Liede & Meve

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 202: 39 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317468


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Description

Oxypetalum corymbosum (also called 'Corymbosum Oxypetalum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and long, thin leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Oxypetalum corymbosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxypetalum corymbosum has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxypetalum corymbosum is a tropical shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Oxypetalum corymbosum

Oxypetalum corymbosum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Oxypetalum corymbosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxypetalum corymbosum?

Oxypetalum corymbosum

What is the family of Oxypetalum corymbosum?

Apocynaceae

Where is Oxypetalum corymbosum found?

Brazil

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

Gustaf Oskar Andersson Malme (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malme' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.