Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
shinzatoi
ID:
483167

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hatus.) C.Abe & Akasawa

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 64(6): 163. 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482499



Common Names

  • Shinzato's Oxygyne
  • Oxygyne
  • Hawaiian Oxygyne


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Description

Oxygyne shinzatoi (also called Shinzato's Oxygyne, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Japan. It has a low, spreading habit with small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in mountainous regions and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Oxygyne shinzatoi is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in landscaping. It is also used for timber production and for making furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxygyne shinzatoi 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxygyne shinzatoi 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 shinzatoi

Oxygyne shinzatoi can be found in the mountains of central and northern Mexico.

Oxygyne shinzatoi FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Oxygyne shinzatoi?

Oxygyne shinzatoi is native to the mountains of central and southern Mexico.

What is the average height of Oxygyne shinzatoi?

Oxygyne shinzatoi typically grows to a height of 10-20 meters.

What is the average lifespan of Oxygyne shinzatoi?

Oxygyne shinzatoi has an average lifespan of 150-200 years.

Species in the Burmanniaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-256343: Based on the initial data import
Sumihiko Hatusima (1906-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hatus.' in the authors string.
Yoshyuki Akasawa (1915-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Akasawa' in the authors string.
C. Abe: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Abe' in the authors string.