Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
1344158

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kochummen & Whitmore) D.M.Johnson & N.A.Murray

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 67: 382 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001356612

Common Names

  • Xylopia sessiliflora
  • Sessiliflora Xylopia
  • Sessiliflora Pepper

Searching for Xylopia sessiliflora? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Xylopia sessiliflora (also called Sessile-flowered Xylopia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Annonaceae. It is found in Central and South America. This species has a woody, evergreen shrub with fragrant, yellow flowers and small, yellow-orange fruits. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and heavily degraded former forest.

Uses & Benefits

Xylopia sessiliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xylopia sessiliflora has white or pink flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

Searching for Xylopia sessiliflora? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Xylopia sessiliflora is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate partial shade, but may require more frequent watering.

Where to Find Xylopia sessiliflora

Xylopia sessiliflora can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Xylopia sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylopia sessiliflora?

Xylopia sessiliflora

What type of plant is Xylopia sessiliflora?

It is a type of flowering shrub.

Where is Xylopia sessiliflora found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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

Timothy Charles Whitmore (1935-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Whitmore' in the authors string.
Kizhakkedathu Mathai Kochummen (1931-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kochummen' in the authors string.
David Mark Johnson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Johnson' in the authors string.
Nancy A. Murray (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.A.Murray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77154193-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.