Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcalyx
ID:
1555480

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.M.Johnson & N.A.Murray

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 47: 264 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000034922

Common Names

  • Xylopia microcalyx
  • Microcalyx Plant
  • Microcalyx Bush

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Description

Xylopia microcalyx (also called Small-calyx Xylopia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Xylopia microcalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xylopia microcalyx is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylopia microcalyx is a perennial shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best propagated by seed, but can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Xylopia microcalyx

Xylopia microcalyx can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Xylopia microcalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylopia microcalyx?

Xylopia microcalyx

What is the common name of Xylopia microcalyx?

Small-calyx xylopia

Where is Xylopia microcalyx found?

Xylopia microcalyx is found in Thailand.

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,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77208233-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.