Xanthophytum grandiflorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflorum
ID:
335338
Status:
valid
Authors:
Axelius
Source:
wcs
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Blumea 34: 479 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334670
Common Names
- Grandiflorum Xanthophytum
- Xanthophytum Grandiflorum
- Large-flowered Xanthophytum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Xanthophytum grandiflorum (also called Large-flowered xanthophytum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to China, Taiwan, and Japan. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry, open forests, scrub, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Xanthophytum grandiflorum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Xanthophytum grandiflorum are small and white in color. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a short stem with two small, round leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Xanthophytum grandiflorum is a tropical perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in spring or summer. The plant can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment.
Where to Find Xanthophytum grandiflorum
Xanthophytum grandiflorum is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Hainan, and Yunnan.
Xanthophytum grandiflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xanthophytum grandiflorum?
Xanthophytum grandiflorum
What are the common names of Xanthophytum grandiflorum?
Grandiflorum Xanthophytum, Yellow Myrtle
What is the natural habitat of Xanthophytum grandiflorum?
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-215041: Based on the initial data import
Barbro Axelius (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Axelius' in the authors string.