Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxyphylla
ID:
1253137

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) Breteler

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Wageningen Agric. Univ. Pap.99(3): 37 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252475

Common Names

  • Prioria oxyphylla
  • Oxyphylla Prioria
  • Oxyphylla

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Description

Prioria oxyphylla (also called Long-leaved Prioria, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Caribbean. It has white flowers and is found in dry and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Prioria oxyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of food for wildlife, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Prioria oxyphylla are white and have four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prioria oxyphylla can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be replanted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Prioria oxyphylla

Prioria oxyphylla can be found in South America, particularly in Argentina and Chile.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Franciscus Jozef Breteler (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Breteler' in the authors string.