Xanthophyllum novoguinense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
novoguinense
ID:
429026
Status:
valid
Authors:
Meijden
Source:
ksu
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Leiden Bot. Ser. 7: 122 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428358
Common Names
- Xanthophyllum novoguinense
- Novoguinense Xanthophyllum
- New Guinea Xanthophyllum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Xanthophyllum novoguinense (also called 'New Guinea Xanthophyllum' and 'New Guinea Yellow Leather Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to New Guinea. It is found in moist, shady forests, usually on trees.
Uses & Benefits
Xanthophyllum novoguinense is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Xanthophyllum novoguinense is white in color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small leaves.
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Xanthophyllum novoguinense is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun but will require more frequent watering. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.
Where to Find Xanthophyllum novoguinense
Xanthophyllum novoguinense can be found in India.
Xanthophyllum novoguinense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xanthophyllum novoguinense?
Xanthophyllum novoguinense
What are the common names of Xanthophyllum novoguinense?
New Guinea woody pear
What is the growth habit of Xanthophyllum novoguinense?
It is an evergreen shrub with an upright habit.
Species in the Xanthophyllum genus
Xanthophyllum ancolanum, Xanthophyllum tenue, Xanthophyllum tardicrescens, Xanthophyllum sylvestre, Xanthophyllum sulphureum, Xanthophyllum suberosum, Xanthophyllum subcoriaceum, Xanthophyllum trichocladum, Xanthophyllum schixocarpon, Xanthophyllum rufum, Xanthophyllum rheophilum, Xanthophyllum retinerve, Xanthophyllum reticulatum, Xanthophyllum resupinatum, Xanthophyllum reflexum, Xanthophyllum stipitatum, Xanthophyllum tenuipetalum, Xanthophyllum zeylanicum, Xanthophyllum wrayi, Xanthophyllum vitellinum, Xanthophyllum virens, Xanthophyllum venosum, Xanthophyllum velutinum, Xanthophyllum manickamii, Xanthophyllum obscurum, Xanthophyllum novoguinense, Xanthophyllum nitidum, Xanthophyllum nigricans, Xanthophyllum ngii, Xanthophyllum neglectum, Xanthophyllum monticola, Xanthophyllum montanum, Xanthophyllum rectum, Xanthophyllum ovatifolium, Xanthophyllum malayanum, Xanthophyllum macrophyllum, Xanthophyllum longum, Xanthophyllum lineare, Xanthophyllum lateriflorum, Xanthophyllum penibukanense, Xanthophyllum purpureum, Xanthophyllum punctatum, Xanthophyllum pulchrum, Xanthophyllum pubescens, Xanthophyllum pseudoadenotus, Xanthophyllum poilanei, Xanthophyllum octandrum, Xanthophyllum petiolatum, Xanthophyllum pedicellatum, Xanthophyllum pauciflorum,
Species in the Polygalaceae family
Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,
References
Ruud van der Meijden (1945-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meijden' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:901284-1: Based on the initial data import