Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) M.A.Clem.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Telopea 10: 277 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482758
Common Names
- Oxystophyllum Moluccense
- Moluccense Oxystophyllum
- Moluccense Primrose
Synonyms
- Aporum moluccense (J.J.Sm.) Rauschert [unknown]
- Dendrobium moluccense J.J.Sm. [unknown]
Description
Oxystophyllum moluccense (also called Moluccan Oxystophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to the Moluccas Islands of Indonesia, where it grows in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oxystophyllum moluccense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxystophyllum moluccense has a white flower with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxystophyllum moluccense is an evergreen perennial that is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Oxystophyllum moluccense
Oxystophyllum moluccense can be found in the mountains of Indonesia.
Oxystophyllum moluccense FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Oxystophyllum moluccense?
Oxystophyllum moluccense prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.
What type of soil should Oxystophyllum moluccense be planted in?
Oxystophyllum moluccense should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.
How much light does Oxystophyllum moluccense need?
Oxystophyllum moluccense prefers partial shade.
Species in the Oxystophyllum genus
Oxystophyllum atropurpureum,
Oxystophyllum carnosum,
Oxystophyllum excavatum,
Oxystophyllum acianthum,
Oxystophyllum ambotiense,
Oxystophyllum araneum,
Oxystophyllum atrorubens,
Oxystophyllum bipulvinatum,
Oxystophyllum buruense,
Oxystophyllum changjiangense,
Oxystophyllum cultratum,
Oxystophyllum cuneatipetalum,
Oxystophyllum deliense,
Oxystophyllum elmeri,
Oxystophyllum floridanum,
Oxystophyllum govidjoae,
Oxystophyllum hagerupii,
Oxystophyllum helvolum,
Oxystophyllum hypodon,
Oxystophyllum kaudernii,
Oxystophyllum lepoense,
Oxystophyllum lockhartioides,
Oxystophyllum longipecten,
Oxystophyllum minutigibbum,
Oxystophyllum moluccense,
Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum,
Oxystophyllum oblongum,
Oxystophyllum oligadenium,
Oxystophyllum paniferum,
Oxystophyllum sinuatum,
Oxystophyllum speculigerum,
Oxystophyllum subsessile,
Oxystophyllum torricellianum,
Oxystophyllum tropidoneuron,
Oxystophyllum tumoriferum,
Oxystophyllum validipecten,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,