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
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.
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 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.