Oxypetalum gyrophyllum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gyrophyllum
ID:
391392
Status:
valid
Authors:
Farinaccio & Mello-Silva
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 236 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390724
Common Names
- Oxypetalum gyrophyllum
- Gyrophyllum Oxypetalum
- Gyrophyllum Oxypetalum
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Oxypetalum gyrophyllum (also called Round-leaved oxypetalum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a short, tuberous, underground stem and its leaves are alternate, ovate-lanceolate, and glabrous. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oxypetalum gyrophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxypetalum gyrophyllum has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oxypetalum gyrophyllum can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Oxypetalum gyrophyllum
Oxypetalum gyrophyllum is native to Mexico and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.
Oxypetalum gyrophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxypetalum gyrophyllum?
Oxypetalum gyrophyllum
What is the common name of Oxypetalum gyrophyllum?
Gyrophyllum oxypetalum
What is the growth habit of Oxypetalum gyrophyllum?
It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.
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-2401678: Based on the initial data import
Maria Ana Farinaccio: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Farinaccio' in the authors string.
Renato de Mello-Silva (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mello-Silva' in the authors string.