Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xalapensis
ID:
261122

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Decne. & Planch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. (Paris) , sér. 4, 3: 108 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260454

Common Names

  • Oreopanax xalapensis
  • Xalapensis Oreopanax
  • Panama Hat Plant

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Synonyms

  • Monopanax ghiesbreghtii (Verschaff.) Regel [unknown]
  • Aralia ghiesbrechtii Versch. ex É.Morren [unknown]
  • Aralia mexicana (Linden ex K.Koch) Jacob-Makoy [unknown]
  • Aralia thibautii Versch. ex É.Morren [unknown]
  • Aralia xalapensis Kunth [unknown]
  • Oreopanax langlassei Standl. [unknown]
  • Oreopanax loesenerianus Harms [unknown]
  • Oreopanax taubertianus J.D.Sm. [unknown]
  • Oreopanax thibautii (Verschaff.) Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Oreopanax xalapensis laxiflorus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Oreopanax xalapensis normalis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Oreopanax xalapensis spiciformis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Didymopanax mexicanus Linden [illegitimate]
  • Didymopanax mexicanus Linden ex K.Koch [unknown]
  • Hedera xalapensis (Kunth) DC. [unknown]
  • Oreopanax xalapensis spiciforme Kuntze [deprecated]
  • Aralia ghiesbrechtii Verschaff. [unknown]
  • Aralia thibautii Verschaff. [unknown]

Description

Oreopanax xalapensis (also called Elmerrillia xalapensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araliaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in wet montane forests. It is a large shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 meters tall, with large, leathery leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oreopanax xalapensis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oreopanax xalapensis is yellow-green in colour and has three petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with yellow-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreopanax xalapensis is a fast-growing tropical evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Oreopanax xalapensis

Oreopanax xalapensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Oreopanax xalapensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreopanax xalapensis?

Oreopanax xalapensis

What is the common name of Oreopanax xalapensis?

Xalapensis

What is the family of Oreopanax xalapensis?

Araliaceae

Species in the Oreopanax genus

Oreopanax acerifolius, Oreopanax albanensis, Oreopanax allocophyllus, Oreopanax anchicayanus, Oreopanax andreanus, Oreopanax angularis, Oreopanax anomalus, Oreopanax apurimacensis, Oreopanax aquifolius, Oreopanax arcanus, Oreopanax argentatus, Oreopanax artocarpoides, Oreopanax atopanthus, Oreopanax avicenniifolius, Oreopanax bogotensis, Oreopanax boliviensis, Oreopanax brachystachyus, Oreopanax brunneus, Oreopanax bullosus, Oreopanax candamoanus, Oreopanax capitatus, Oreopanax catalpifolius, Oreopanax cecropiifolius, Oreopanax cheirophyllus, Oreopanax cissoides, Oreopanax compactus, Oreopanax confusus, Oreopanax corazonensis, Oreopanax coriaceus, Oreopanax costaricensis, Oreopanax crassinervius, Oreopanax crataegodorus, Oreopanax cumanensis, Oreopanax cuspidatus, Oreopanax cyclophyllus, Oreopanax dactylifolius, Oreopanax deinocephalus, Oreopanax diguensis, Oreopanax discolor, Oreopanax divulsus, Oreopanax donnell-smithii, Oreopanax duquei, Oreopanax dussii, Oreopanax echinops, Oreopanax ecuadoriensis, Oreopanax ellsworthii, Oreopanax epificus, Oreopanax epremesnilianus, Oreopanax eriocephalus, Oreopanax farallonensis,

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-143659: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.