Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
reitzii
ID:
385624

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fontella & Marquete

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Sendtnera 39: 49 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384956

Common Names

  • Oxypetalum Reitzii
  • Cupid's Shaving Brush
  • Cupid's Shaving Brush Plant

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Description

Oxypetalum reitzii (also called Reitz's Oxypetalum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in grasslands, dry forests, and disturbed areas, and is often found in rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Oxypetalum reitzii is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxypetalum reitzii is small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxypetalum reitzii is a perennial and 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 some flooding.

Where to Find Oxypetalum reitzii

Oxypetalum reitzii is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

Oxypetalum reitzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxypetalum reitzii?

Oxypetalum reitzii

What is the common name of Oxypetalum reitzii?

Reitz's Oxypetalum

What is the natural habitat of Oxypetalum reitzii?

Dry, rocky slopes and scrubland

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-2390483: Based on the initial data import
Jorge Fontella (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fontella' in the authors string.
Nilda Marquete Ferreira da Silva (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marquete' in the authors string.