Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
seemanniana
ID:
781046

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kuntze) Sandwith

Source:
iplants

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 8: 469 (1953 publ. 1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780379



Common Names

  • Xylophragma seemanniana
  • Seemanniana Xylophragma
  • Xylophragma


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Description

Xylophragma seemanniana (also called Seemann's 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 seemanniana is used for timber production, as an ornamental plant, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylophragma seemanniana 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 seemanniana

Xylophragma seemanniana 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 seemanniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylophragma seemanniana?

Xylophragma seemanniana

What is the common name of Xylophragma seemanniana?

Xylophragma seemanniana is commonly known as Seemann's Xylophragma.

What is the natural habitat of Xylophragma seemanniana?

Xylophragma seemanniana 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

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Noel Yvri Sandwith (1901-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sandwith' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:269762-2: 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].