Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
xylocarpus
ID:
618982

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.Vidal, Carbonó & Forero

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Bot. 7: 68 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618314



Common Names

  • Connarus xylocarpus
  • Xylocarpus Connarus
  • Xylocarpus Conocarpus


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Description

Connarus xylocarpus (also called Chinese Boxwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with an upright habit and glossy, leathery leaves. It is native to China and Taiwan and is found in forests, scrub and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Connarus xylocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Connarus xylocarpus are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Connarus xylocarpus is a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree, native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept warm and moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Connarus xylocarpus

Connarus xylocarpus is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Connarus xylocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Connarus xylocarpus?

Connarus xylocarpus

What is the common name of Connarus xylocarpus?

Xylocarpus connar

What is the natural habitat of Connarus xylocarpus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Connarus genus

Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis, Connarus culionensis, Connarus cuneifolius, Connarus detersoides, Connarus detersus, Connarus ecuadorensis, Connarus elsae, Connarus erianthus, Connarus euphlebius, Connarus fasciculatus, Connarus favosus, Connarus ferrugineus, Connarus gabonensis, Connarus grandifolius, Connarus grandis, Connarus griffonianus, Connarus guggenheimii, Connarus impressinervis, Connarus incomptus, Connarus jaramilloi, Connarus kingii, Connarus lambertii, Connarus lamii, Connarus latifolius, Connarus lentiginosus, Connarus longipetalus, Connarus longistipitatus, Connarus lucens, Connarus marginatus, Connarus marlenei, Connarus martii, Connarus megacarpus, Connarus monocarpos,

Species in the Connaraceae family

Agelaea annobonensis, Agelaea baronii, Agelaea borneensis, Agelaea claessensii, Agelaea conraui, Agelaea gabonensis, Agelaea insignis, Agelaea macrophylla, Agelaea palmata, Agelaea paradoxa, Agelaea pentagyna, Agelaea poggeana, Agelaea rubiginosa, Agelaea trinervis, Burttia prunoides, Cnestidium bakerianum, Cnestidium froesii, Cnestidium guianense, Cnestidium rufescens, Cnestis bomiensis, Cnestis corniculata, Cnestis ferruginea, Cnestis macrantha, Cnestis macrophylla, Cnestis mannii, Cnestis mildbraedii, Cnestis palala, Cnestis polyphylla, Cnestis racemosa, Cnestis uncata, Cnestis urens, Cnestis yangambiensis, Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2734490: Based on the initial data import
Enrique Forero Gonzales (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forero' in the authors string.
Luis A. Vidal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.Vidal' in the authors string.
Eduino Carbonó (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carbonó' in the authors string.