Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Abe & Akasawa
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 64: 161 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482490
Common Names
- Hyodo's Oxygyne
- Hyodo Oxygyne
- Oxygyne Hyodo
Description
Oxygyne hyodoi (also called Hyodo's oxygyne, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Japan. It typically grows to a height of 0.5–1 m (1.6–3.3 ft) and has a rounded shape. It has a dense foliage of short, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Oxygyne hyodoi is commonly used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and unique shape. It is also used for landscaping and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oxygyne hyodoi is a small, yellow-green, monoecious flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, winged seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have short needles.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxygyne hyodoi is a small evergreen conifer that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions and is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Oxygyne hyodoi
Oxygyne hyodoi can be found in the mountains of central and northern Mexico.
Oxygyne hyodoi FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Oxygyne hyodoi?
Oxygyne hyodoi is native to the mountains of central and southern Mexico.
What is the average height of Oxygyne hyodoi?
Oxygyne hyodoi typically grows to a height of 10-20 meters.
What is the average lifespan of Oxygyne hyodoi?
Oxygyne hyodoi has an average lifespan of 150-200 years.
Species in the Oxygyne genus
Species in the Burmanniaceae family
Afrothismia baerae,
Afrothismia foertheriana,
Afrothismia gesnerioides,
Afrothismia insignis,
Afrothismia pachyantha,
Afrothismia saingei,
Afrothismia winkleri,
Afrothismia hydra,
Afrothismia korupensis,
Afrothismia mhoroana,
Afrothismia amietii,
Afrothismia zambesiaca,
Afrothismia fungiformis,
Afrothismia pusilla,
Afrothismia kupensis,
Apteria aphylla,
Burmannia alba,
Burmannia aprica,
Burmannia australis,
Burmannia bicolor,
Burmannia bifaria,
Burmannia biflora,
Burmannia candelabrum,
Burmannia candida,
Burmannia capitata,
Burmannia championii,
Burmannia chinensis,
Burmannia cochinchinensis,
Burmannia coelestis,
Burmannia compacta,
Burmannia connata,
Burmannia cryptopetala,
Burmannia damazii,
Burmannia dasyantha,
Burmannia disticha,
Burmannia engganensis,
Burmannia filamentosa,
Burmannia flava,
Burmannia foliosa,
Burmannia geelvinkiana,
Burmannia gracilis,
Burmannia grandiflora,
Burmannia hexaptera,
Burmannia indica,
Burmannia itoana,
Burmannia jonkeri,
Burmannia juncea,
Burmannia kalbreyeri,
Burmannia larseniana,
Burmannia latialata,
References
C. Abe: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Abe' in the authors string.