Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
389418

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eichler

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 5(2): 87 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388750

Common Names

  • Oryctanthus occidentalis
  • Occidentalis Oryctanthus
  • Occidentalis Oryctanthus

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Synonyms

  • Loranthus avicularis Mart. ex Schult. & Schult.f. [unknown]
  • Loranthus avicularis Kunth ex Griseb. [unknown]
  • Loranthus occidentalis L. [unknown]
  • Struthanthus occidentalis G.Don [unknown]
  • Allohemia purpurea Raf. [unknown]
  • Loranthus immersus Benth. [unknown]

Description

Oryctanthus occidentalis (also called western oryctanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the Oryctanthus genus. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, sunny areas such as fields, meadows, and roadsides. It has a thin stem and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oryctanthus occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oryctanthus occidentalis are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oryctanthus occidentalis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and should be planted in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilization to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Oryctanthus occidentalis

Oryctanthus occidentalis is native to Colombia and can be found in wet forests and savannas.

Oryctanthus occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oryctanthus occidentalis?

Oryctanthus occidentalis

What is the common name of Oryctanthus occidentalis?

Western oryctanthus

What is the natural habitat of Oryctanthus occidentalis?

It is found in dry, rocky areas of the southwestern United States

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

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