Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
platyphyllum
ID:
783193

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) L.G.Lohmann

Source:
iplants

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 471 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782526



Common Names

  • Xylophragma Platyphyllum
  • Broad-Leaved Xylophragma
  • Broad-Leaved Trumpet Vine


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Description

Xylophragma platyphyllum (also called Xylophragma, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It is found in the lowland rainforest and grows to a height of up to 2 meters. The leaves are ovate-lanceolate and the flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Xylophragma platyphyllum is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, diarrhea, and stomach pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xylophragma platyphyllum is yellow with a star-shaped form. The seed is small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylophragma platyphyllum is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. It requires regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Xylophragma platyphyllum

Xylophragma platyphyllum is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Xylophragma platyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylophragma platyphyllum?

Xylophragma platyphyllum

What is the family of Xylophragma platyphyllum?

Caryophyllaceae

What is the habitat of Xylophragma platyphyllum?

Grasslands and rocky slopes

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Lúcia Garcez Lohmann (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.G.Lohmann' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77142098-1: 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].