Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
xylosteoides
ID:
1270220

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Mez

Source:
tro

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 2: 409 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269558

Common Names

  • Wallenia xylosteoides
  • Xylosteoid Wallenia
  • Xylosteoides Wallenia

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Description

Wallenia xylosteoides (also called Xylosteoides Wallenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is native to Central and South America. This plant is a shrub or small tree that grows in tropical forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Wallenia xylosteoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wallenia xylosteoides has small, greenish-yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a wavy margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wallenia xylosteoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Wallenia xylosteoides

Wallenia xylosteoides is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Wallenia xylosteoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wallenia xylosteoides?

Wallenia xylosteoides

What is the common name of Wallenia xylosteoides?

Woodland Wallenia

What is the natural habitat of Wallenia xylosteoides?

Woodlands, grasslands, and open fields

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50241673: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.