Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
samoritourei
ID:
745693

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goyder

Source:
cmp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 63: 473 (2008 publ. 2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745026

Common Names

  • Xysmalobium Samoritourei
  • Tall Yellow-Flower
  • Yellow-Flowered Xysmalobium

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Description

Xysmalobium samoritourei (also called Samoritoure's Xysmalobium, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central Africa. It has large, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical forests and prefers moist, shady environments.

Uses & Benefits

Xysmalobium samoritourei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and also as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xysmalobium samoritourei is yellow in colour and has a tubular corolla. The seed is small, oval, and black in colour. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and are covered in short, white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xysmalobium samoritourei is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Xysmalobium samoritourei

Xysmalobium samoritourei is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and can be found in the Katanga Province.

Xysmalobium samoritourei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xysmalobium samoritourei?

Xysmalobium samoritourei

What is the common name of Xysmalobium samoritourei?

Samoritoure's xysmalobium

What is the natural habitat of Xysmalobium samoritourei?

It is found in lowland and montane forests in Central Africa

Species in the Xysmalobium genus

Xysmalobium andongense, Xysmalobium undulatum, Xysmalobium stocksii, Xysmalobium sessile, Xysmalobium fluviale, Xysmalobium rhomboideum, Xysmalobium convallariiflorum, Xysmalobium clavatum, Xysmalobium kaessneri, Xysmalobium holubii, Xysmalobium heudelotianum, Xysmalobium samoritourei, Xysmalobium confusum, Xysmalobium decipiens, Xysmalobium fraternum, Xysmalobium membraniferum, Xysmalobium parviflorum, Xysmalobium stockenstromense, Xysmalobium gomphocarpoides, Xysmalobium involucratum, Xysmalobium orbiculare, Xysmalobium prunelloides, Xysmalobium brownianum, Xysmalobium gramineum, Xysmalobium acerateoides, Xysmalobium asperum, Xysmalobium baurii, Xysmalobium carinatum, Xysmalobium gerrardii, Xysmalobium pearsonii, Xysmalobium tysonianum, Xysmalobium winterbergense, Xysmalobium zeyeri, Xysmalobium patulum, Xysmalobium rhodesianum, Xysmalobium woodii, Xysmalobium banjoense, Xysmalobium congoense, Xysmalobium gossweileri, Xysmalobium podostelma, Xysmalobium tenue, Xysmalobium pedifoetidum,

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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