Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) M.A.Clem.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Telopea 10: 277 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482764
Common Names
- Oxystophyllum Nitidiflorum
- Nitidiflorum Oxystophyllum
- Nitidiflorum Primrose
Synonyms
- Aporum nitidiflorum (J.J.Sm.) Rauschert [unknown]
- Dendrobium nitidiflorum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
Description
Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum (also called Shiny-flowered Oxystophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to the Eastern Ghats of India, where it grows in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum 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 nitidiflorum 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 nitidiflorum
Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum is native to South America. It can be found in moist, open woods, meadows, and along streams and roadsides.
Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum?
Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.
What type of soil should Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum be planted in?
Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.
How much light does Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum need?
Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum 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,