Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scopulicola
ID:
429620

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Hart & Henwood

Source:
ksu

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 13: 250 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428952



Common Names

  • Xanthosia Scopulicola
  • African Pepper
  • Bitter Pepper


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Description

Xanthosia scopulicola (also called Mountain Xanthosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apiaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in rocky areas and open woodlands. It has a herbaceous growth habit and produces small, white flowers. The leaves are linear in shape and have a grey-green color.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthosia scopulicola is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It also has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Xanthosia scopulicola 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

Xanthosia scopulicola 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 Xanthosia scopulicola

Xanthosia scopulicola is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests.

Xanthosia scopulicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xanthosia scopulicola?

Xanthosia scopulicola

What is the common name of Xanthosia scopulicola?

Scopulicola Xanthosia

What is the natural habitat of Xanthosia scopulicola?

Xanthosia scopulicola is native to tropical South America.

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

J. M. Hart: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Hart' in the authors string.
Murray J. Henwood: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Henwood' in the authors string.