Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
lithoxyla
ID:
318325

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pax & K.Hoffm.) Croizat

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 17: 216 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317657

Common Names

  • Suregada lithoxyla
  • Lithoxyla Suregada
  • Stone-wood Suregada

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Synonyms

  • Gelonium lithoxylon Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Suregada lithoxyla (also called 'Stone-Wood Buttercup', among many other common names) is a small shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and bright yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is commonly found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Suregada lithoxyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Suregada lithoxyla is yellow with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Suregada lithoxyla is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Suregada lithoxyla

Suregada lithoxyla can be found in tropical Africa.

Suregada lithoxyla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Suregada lithoxyla?

Suregada lithoxyla

What is the common name of Suregada lithoxyla?

Lithoxyla Suregada

What is the natural habitat of Suregada lithoxyla?

It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical forests

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-198609: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Léon Croizat (1894-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croizat' in the authors string.