Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
habrogynum
ID:
386046

Status:
valid

Authors:
Farinaccio

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Novon 12(4): 446. 2002

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385378

Common Names

  • Oxypetalum habrogynum
  • Habrogynum Oxypetalum
  • Habrogynum Orchid

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Description

Oxypetalum habrogynum (also called Habrogynous Oxypetalum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herb with a woody base and a few branches. It is native to Mexico and Central America, where it grows in wet forests and along streams. It has large, white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxypetalum habrogynum has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxypetalum habrogynum 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 habrogynum

Oxypetalum habrogynum is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Oxypetalum habrogynum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxypetalum habrogynum?

Oxypetalum habrogynum

What is the common name of Oxypetalum habrogynum?

Habrogynum Oxypetalum

Where is Oxypetalum habrogynum native to?

South America

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-2391248: Based on the initial data import
Maria Ana Farinaccio: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Farinaccio' in the authors string.