Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
xylopiifolia
ID:
749420

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maas & Westra

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Blumea 55: 272 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748753



Common Names

  • Pseudoxandra xylopiifolia
  • Woody-leaved False Xandra
  • Woody-leaved False Xandra Tree


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Description

Pseudoxandra xylopiifolia (also called Xylopiifolia pseudoxandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist and shady places, such as forests, shrubs, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudoxandra xylopiifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pseudoxandra xylopiifolia are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudoxandra xylopiifolia can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn. Very easy, larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Where to Find Pseudoxandra xylopiifolia

Pseudoxandra xylopiifolia is native to Southeast Asia.

Pseudoxandra xylopiifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudoxandra xylopiifolia?

Pseudoxandra xylopiifolia

What is the common name of Pseudoxandra xylopiifolia?

Xylopiifolia Pseudoxandra

What is the natural habitat of Pseudoxandra xylopiifolia?

Woodlands, scrub and grasslands

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
Lübbert Ybele Theodoor Westra (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Westra' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77109617-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.