Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) M.A.Clem.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Telopea 10: 277 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482787
Common Names
- Oxystophyllum Speculigerum
- Speculigerum Oxystophyllum
- Speculigerum Primrose
Synonyms
- Aporum speculigerum (Schltr.) Rauschert [unknown]
- Dendrobium speculigerum Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Oxystophyllum speculigerum (also called Mirror-bearing Oxystophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Brazil and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oxystophyllum speculigerum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping. It has a trailing habit and can reach heights of up to 2 feet. Its flowers are a deep purple color and its leaves are a dark green. It is also used for ground cover and erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxystophyllum speculigerum 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 speculigerum 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 speculigerum
Oxystophyllum speculigerum can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, and in the mountains of western China.
Oxystophyllum speculigerum FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Oxystophyllum speculigerum?
Oxystophyllum speculigerum prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.
What type of soil should Oxystophyllum speculigerum be planted in?
Oxystophyllum speculigerum should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.
How much light does Oxystophyllum speculigerum need?
Oxystophyllum speculigerum 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,