Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
molle
ID:
385733

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker) 1: 289 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385065

Common Names

  • Oxypetalum Molle
  • Molle's Oxypetalum
  • Soft Oxypetalum

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Synonyms

  • Oxypetalum campanulatum Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Gothofreda mollis (Hook. & Arn.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gothofreda nigrescens (E.Fourn.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gothofreda suaveolens (E.Fourn.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum nigrescens E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum suaveolens E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum henschenii Malme [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum oliganthum Malme [unknown]
  • Oxypetalum hirsutulum K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Oxypetalum molle (also called 'Soft Coral Plant', 'Soft Coral Vine' and 'Soft Coral Creeper', among many other common names) is a perennial, evergreen, woody vine native to South America. It has bright green, glossy leaves and produces clusters of soft pink flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in humid and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oxypetalum molle is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxypetalum molle has small white flowers which are arranged in a dense umbel. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black in color. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxypetalum molle is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, 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 molle

Oxypetalum molle can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil and Peru.

Oxypetalum molle FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxypetalum molle?

Oxypetalum molle

What is the family of Oxypetalum molle?

Acanthaceae

What is the habitat of Oxypetalum molle?

It is found in dry forests and scrublands in Brazil.

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-2390709: 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.