Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
xerophila
ID:
1329134

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pillon, H.C.Hopkins & Gâteblé

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie & Dépend. 26: 96 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341588

Common Names

  • Codia xerophila
  • Xerophila Codia
  • Xerophila Codia Plant

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Description

Codia xerophila (also called dry-loving codia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, erect stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are simple, ovate and its flowers are white and bell-shaped. It grows in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Codia xerophila is an ornamental plant used for landscaping, as it has attractive foliage and is easy to maintain. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, as it grows quickly and provides dense coverage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Codia xerophila has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codia xerophila is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in moist soil or a moist paper towel. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Codia xerophila

Codia xerophila is found in dry forests in Mexico.

Codia xerophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Codia xerophila?

Codia xerophila

What are the common names of Codia xerophila?

Common names of Codia xerophila include Chinese codia and Chinese codiopsis.

What is the natural habitat of Codia xerophila?

Codia xerophila is native to China and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Species in the Cunoniaceae family

Ackama australiensis, Ackama nubicola, Ackama paniculosa, Ackama rosifolia, Acrophyllum australe, Acrophyllum venosum, Aistopetalum multiflorum, Aistopetalum viticoides, Anodopetalum biglandulosum, Bauera capitata, Bauera rubioides, Bauera sessiliflora, Caldcluvia paniculata, Callicoma serratifolia, Ceratopetalum apetalum, Ceratopetalum corymbosum, Ceratopetalum gummiferum, Ceratopetalum hylandii, Ceratopetalum iugumense, Ceratopetalum macrophyllum, Ceratopetalum succirubrum, Ceratopetalum tetrapterum, Ceratopetalum virchowii, Codia belepensis, Codia jaffrei, Codia mackeeana, Codia triverticillata, Codia albicans, Codia albifrons, Codia cinerascens, Codia discolor, Codia ferruginea, Codia fusca, Codia incrassata, Codia microphylla, Codia montana, Codia nitida, Codia spatulata, Codia xerophila, Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii,

References

Helen Collingwood Hopkins (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.C.Hopkins' in the authors string.
Yohan Pillon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pillon' in the authors string.
Gildas Gâteblé: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gâteblé' in the authors string.