Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
erectum
ID:
386060

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385392

Common Names

  • Erectum Oxypetalum
  • Oxypetalum Orchid
  • Erectum Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Gothofreda erecta (Mart.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum erectum genuina Hoehne [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum erectum genuinum E.Fourn. [unknown]

Description

Oxypetalum erectum (also called upright 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 erectum is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used in landscaping and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oxypetalum erectum sub. campestre (Vell.) Hoehne
Oxypetalum erectum sub. erectum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxypetalum erectum has white flowers with yellowish-green lips. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxypetalum erectum can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps when they are actively growing.

Where to Find Oxypetalum erectum

Oxypetalum erectum is native to Brazil.

Oxypetalum erectum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxypetalum erectum?

Oxypetalum erectum

What is the common name of Oxypetalum erectum?

Erectum

What is the natural habitat of Oxypetalum erectum?

Tropical rainforest

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,