Status:
valid
Authors:
Rapini & Farinaccio
Source:
ksu
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 61: 18 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748709
Common Names
- Oxypetalum
- Laciniatum Oxypetalum
- Oxypetalum laciniatum
Description
Oxypetalum laciniatum (also called Laciniate Oxypetalum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree with white flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the temperate regions of South America and is commonly found in forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Oxypetalum laciniatum is a medicinal plant that has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. It is known for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and diuretic properties. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oxypetalum laciniatum is a small, white flower with yellowish-green veins. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxypetalum laciniatum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. The plants should be kept moist and in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained, humus-rich soil and kept moist and in partial shade.
Where to Find Oxypetalum laciniatum
Oxypetalum laciniatum is found in the tropical forests of South America.
Oxypetalum laciniatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxypetalum laciniatum?
Oxypetalum laciniatum
What is the common name of Oxypetalum laciniatum?
Laciniate Oxypetalum
What is the natural habitat of Oxypetalum laciniatum?
Subtropical and tropical regions of 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,