Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
heudelotianum
ID:
429788

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 8: 520 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429120



Common Names

  • Xysmalobium heudelotianum
  • Heudelotianum Malabar Nut
  • Heudelotianum Xysmalobium


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Synonyms

  • Schizoglossum truncatulum K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Gomphocarpus rubioides Kotschy & Peyr. [unknown]
  • Xysmalobium reticulatum N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Xysmalobium obscurum N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Xysmalobium schumannianum S.Moore [unknown]
  • Schizoglossum heudelotianum (Decne.) Roberty [unknown]

Description

Xysmalobium heudelotianum (also called African Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa and Namibia. It is found in grassland, scrubland, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Xysmalobium heudelotianum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an insect repellent and to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xysmalobium heudelotianum is a deep pink color, with five petals and a hairy stem. The seed is small and round, with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are small and thin, with a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xysmalobium heudelotianum is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Xysmalobium heudelotianum

Xysmalobium heudelotianum is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Xysmalobium heudelotianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xysmalobium heudelotianum?

Xysmalobium heudelotianum

What is the common name of Xysmalobium heudelotianum?

Heudelot's Xysmalobium

Where does Xysmalobium heudelotianum grow?

It grows in the Mediterranean region of Europe

Species in the Xysmalobium genus

Xysmalobium andongense, Xysmalobium undulatum, Xysmalobium stocksii, Xysmalobium sessile, Xysmalobium fluviale, Xysmalobium rhomboideum, Xysmalobium convallariiflorum, Xysmalobium clavatum, Xysmalobium kaessneri, Xysmalobium holubii, Xysmalobium heudelotianum, Xysmalobium samoritourei, Xysmalobium confusum, Xysmalobium decipiens, Xysmalobium fraternum, Xysmalobium membraniferum, Xysmalobium parviflorum, Xysmalobium stockenstromense, Xysmalobium gomphocarpoides, Xysmalobium involucratum, Xysmalobium orbiculare, Xysmalobium prunelloides, Xysmalobium brownianum, Xysmalobium gramineum, Xysmalobium acerateoides, Xysmalobium asperum, Xysmalobium baurii, Xysmalobium carinatum, Xysmalobium gerrardii, Xysmalobium pearsonii, Xysmalobium tysonianum, Xysmalobium winterbergense, Xysmalobium zeyeri, Xysmalobium patulum, Xysmalobium rhodesianum, Xysmalobium woodii, Xysmalobium banjoense, Xysmalobium congoense, Xysmalobium gossweileri, Xysmalobium podostelma, Xysmalobium tenue, Xysmalobium pedifoetidum,

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,

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