Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
heterocalyx
ID:
781043

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bureau & K.Schum.) A.H.Gentry

Source:
iplants

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 66: 778 (1979 publ. 1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780376



Common Names

  • Xylophragma heterocalyx
  • Heterocalyx Xylophragma
  • Xylophragma


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Description

Xylophragma heterocalyx (also called Heterocalyx xylophragma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Xylophragma heterocalyx is used for timber production, as an ornamental plant, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xylophragma heterocalyx has yellow flowers, dark brown seeds and seedlings with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylophragma heterocalyx is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a potting mix.

Where to Find Xylophragma heterocalyx

Xylophragma heterocalyx can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Xylophragma heterocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylophragma heterocalyx?

Xylophragma heterocalyx

What is the common name of Xylophragma heterocalyx?

Xylophragma heterocalyx is commonly known as Heterocalyx Xylophragma.

What is the natural habitat of Xylophragma heterocalyx?

Xylophragma heterocalyx is native to tropical South America.

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Édouard Bureau (1830-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bureau' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:269758-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].