Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
velutinum
ID:
429022

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chodat

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 4: 259 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428354

Common Names

  • Xanthophyllum velutinum
  • Velutinum Xanthophyllum
  • Velvet Xanthophyllum

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Description

Xanthophyllum velutinum (also called 'Yellow Leather Orchid' and 'Velvet-Leaf Xanthophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It is found in moist, shady forests, usually on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthophyllum velutinum is used for making wreaths and garlands, as well as for ornamental purposes in gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xanthophyllum velutinum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthophyllum velutinum 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 velutinum

Xanthophyllum velutinum can be found in India.

Xanthophyllum velutinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xanthophyllum velutinum?

Xanthophyllum velutinum

What are the common names of Xanthophyllum velutinum?

Velvet-leaved woody pear

What is the growth habit of Xanthophyllum velutinum?

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,

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