Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
crispum
ID:
385653

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight ex Hook. & Arn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker) 1: 288 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384985

Common Names

  • Crispum Primrose
  • Crispum Water Primrose
  • Crispum Brazilian Primrose

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Synonyms

  • Gothofreda albiflora (Decne.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gothofreda crispa (Wight ex Hook. & Arn.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gothofreda integriloba (E.Fourn.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gothofreda kuntzei (Schltr.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gothofreda oblongifolia Morong [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum albiflorum Decne. [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum integrilobum E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum pratense Griseb. [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum kuntzei Schltr. [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum oblongifolium (Morong) Lillo [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum spegazzinii Hauman ex Lillo [unknown]

Description

Oxypetalum crispum (also called 'Crisp Oxypetalum', 'Crisp Waxflower' and 'Crisp 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 crispum 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 crispum 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 crispum 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 crispum

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

Oxypetalum crispum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxypetalum crispum?

Oxypetalum crispum

What is the common name of Oxypetalum crispum?

Crisped Oxypetalum

What is the habitat of Oxypetalum crispum?

Dry grasslands and scrub

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-2390535: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.