Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
1066447

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Baill.

Source:
tro

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 4: 142 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001065785

Common Names

  • Xylopia Amplexicaulis
  • Stem-clasping Xylopia
  • Spicy Xylopia

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Description

Xylopia amplexicaulis (also called Amplexicaul Xylopia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Annonaceae family. It is a small tree, reaching up to 10 m in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests, spiny bush and gallery forests.

Uses & Benefits

Xylopia amplexicaulis is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, as well as for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xylopia amplexicaulis is a white, star-shaped bloom, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylopia amplexicaulis can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Xylopia amplexicaulis

Xylopia amplexicaulis can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Species in the Xylopia genus

Xylopia venezuelana, Xylopia wilwerthii, Xylopia vitiensis, Xylopia vielana, Xylopia vieillardii, Xylopia platypetala, Xylopia pygmaea, Xylopia rubescens, Xylopia roigii, Xylopia richardii, Xylopia quintasii, Xylopia pynaertii, Xylopia pulchella, Xylopia poilanei, Xylopia uniflora, Xylopia toussaintii, Xylopia torrei, Xylopia tomentosa, Xylopia sub-dehiscens, Xylopia staudtii, Xylopia spruceana, Xylopia sericea, Xylopia cupularis, Xylopia crinita, Xylopia coriifolia, Xylopia congolensis, Xylopia chocoensis, Xylopia championii, Xylopia caudata, Xylopia calosericea, Xylopia plowmanii, Xylopia flamignii, Xylopia ferruginea, Xylopia excellens, Xylopia emarginata, Xylopia elliptica, Xylopia elliotii, Xylopia ekmanii, Xylopia discreta, Xylopia dibaccata, Xylopia densifolia, Xylopia dehiscens, Xylopia degeneri, Xylopia calophylla, Xylopia acunae, Xylopia aethiopica, Xylopia africana, Xylopia brasiliensis, Xylopia bocatorena, Xylopia benthamii,

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,

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