Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
flavopurpureum
ID:
1277951

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goyder & Fontella

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 60: 97 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277289



Common Names

  • Oxypetalum flavopurpureum
  • Yellowish-purple Oxypetalum
  • Yellowish-purple Flower


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Description

Oxypetalum flavopurpureum (also called Yellow-purple Oxypetalum, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to South America. It has a rounded crown, with a single trunk and grey-green bark. It grows in dry deciduous forests and scrublands, and can reach up to 8 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Oxypetalum flavopurpureum is used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxypetalum flavopurpureum has small, yellowish-brown flowers, with a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, long-stalked leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxypetalum flavopurpureum is a fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Oxypetalum flavopurpureum

Oxypetalum flavopurpureum is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Oxypetalum flavopurpureum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxypetalum flavopurpureum?

Oxypetalum flavopurpureum

What is the common name of Oxypetalum flavopurpureum?

Yellow-purple oxypetalum

What is the natural habitat of Oxypetalum flavopurpureum?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Oxypetalum genus

Oxypetalum suboppositum, Oxypetalum subcapitatum, Oxypetalum strictum, Oxypetalum stipatum, Oxypetalum schenckii, Oxypetalum rusticum, Oxypetalum rojasianum, Oxypetalum warmingii, Oxypetalum wightianum, Oxypetalum reitzii, Oxypetalum chodatianum, Oxypetalum ceratostemma, Oxypetalum capitatum, Oxypetalum brachystephanum, Oxypetalum insigne, Oxypetalum incanum, Oxypetalum humile, Oxypetalum cordifolium, Oxypetalum hilarianum, Oxypetalum banksii, Oxypetalum helios, Oxypetalum crispum, Oxypetalum costae, Oxypetalum barberoanum, Oxypetalum appendiculatum, Oxypetalum balansae, Oxypetalum aurantiacum, Oxypetalum arnottianum, Oxypetalum alpinum, Oxypetalum acerosum, Oxypetalum aequaliflorum, Oxypetalum arachnoideum, Oxypetalum pilosum, Oxypetalum patulum, Oxypetalum reflexum, Oxypetalum polyanthum, Oxypetalum pardense, Oxypetalum martii, Oxypetalum marginatum, Oxypetalum marambaiense, Oxypetalum macrolepis, Oxypetalum lutescens, Oxypetalum leonii, Oxypetalum kleinii, Oxypetalum jacobinae, Oxypetalum lineare, Oxypetalum pannosum, Oxypetalum pachygynum, Oxypetalum pachyglossum, Oxypetalum ophiuroideum,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50293658: Based on the initial data import
David John Goyder (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goyder' in the authors string.
Jorge Fontella (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fontella' in the authors string.