Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
balansae
ID:
335318

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pit.) H.S.Lo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 6(4): 31 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334650

Common Names

  • Balansa's Xanthophytum
  • Balansa Xanthophytum
  • Xanthophytum Balansae

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Synonyms

  • Xanthophytopsis balansae Pit. [valid]

Description

Xanthophytum balansae (also called Balansa's Xanthophytum, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has a spreading crown. Its bark is grayish-brown and its leaves are glossy green. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthophytum balansae is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and to reduce soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xanthophytum balansae has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthophytum balansae is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Prune regularly to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Xanthophytum balansae

Xanthophytum balansae is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Hainan, and Yunnan.

Xanthophytum balansae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xanthophytum balansae?

Xanthophytum balansae

What are the common names of Xanthophytum balansae?

Balansa's Xanthophytum, Yellow Myrtle

What is the natural habitat of Xanthophytum balansae?

Rainforest margins, dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Xanthophytum genus

Xanthophytum alopecurum, Xanthophytum attopevense, Xanthophytum balansae, Xanthophytum borneense, Xanthophytum brookei, Xanthophytum bullatum, Xanthophytum calycinum, Xanthophytum capitatum, Xanthophytum capitellatum, Xanthophytum cylindricum, Xanthophytum ferrugineum, Xanthophytum foliaceum, Xanthophytum fruticulosum, Xanthophytum glabrum, Xanthophytum glomeratum, Xanthophytum grandiflorum, Xanthophytum grandifolium, Xanthophytum involucratum, Xanthophytum johannis-winkleri, Xanthophytum kinabaluense, Xanthophytum kwangtungense, Xanthophytum longipedunculatum, Xanthophytum magnisepalum, Xanthophytum minus, Xanthophytum nitens, Xanthophytum olivaceum, Xanthophytum papuanum, Xanthophytum polyanthum, Xanthophytum pubistylosum, Xanthophytum semiorbiculare, Xanthophytum sessile, Xanthophytum setosum,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-215023: Based on the initial data import
Charles-Joseph Marie Pitard-Briau (1873-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pit.' in the authors string.
Hsien Shui Lo (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Lo' in the authors string.