Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
bornouense
ID:
385557

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Narr. Travels Africa : 239 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384889

Common Names

  • Oxystelma Bornouense
  • Cupid's Shaving Brush
  • Cupid's Shaving Brush Plant

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Synonyms

  • Oxystelma senegalense Decne. [unknown]

Description

Oxystelma bornouense (also called Bornou Oxystelma, 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 moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Oxystelma bornouense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxystelma bornouense has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black with a thin, papery coating. The seedlings are small and thin with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxystelma bornouense is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Oxystelma bornouense

Oxystelma bornouense is native to West Africa and can be found in wet meadows and marshes throughout the region.

Oxystelma bornouense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxystelma bornouense?

Oxystelma bornouense

What type of plant is Oxystelma bornouense?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Oxystelma bornouense?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Oxystelma genus

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,

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