Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orinocensis
ID:
429599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bagstad & D.M.Johnson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 22: 26 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428931

Common Names

  • Xylopia Orinocensis
  • African Pepper
  • Bitter Pepper

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Description

Xylopia orinocensis (also called Orinoco Pepper, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is native to tropical South America and is found in moist, lowland forests. It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. Its leaves are oblong-elliptic and its flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Xylopia orinocensis has been used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, rheumatism, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Xylopia orinocensis are white and tubular, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylopia orinocensis is a tropical plant native to South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 4 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil.

Where to Find Xylopia orinocensis

Xylopia orinocensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Xylopia orinocensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylopia orinocensis?

Xylopia orinocensis

What are the common names of Xylopia orinocensis?

African Pepper, African Redwood

What is the natural habitat of Xylopia orinocensis?

Tropical rainforests of Africa

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

David Mark Johnson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Johnson' in the authors string.
Kenneth Joseph Bagstad (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bagstad' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:318383-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.