Oryctanthus neurophyllus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neurophyllus
ID:
389419
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuijt
Source:
ksu
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 114: 179 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388751
Common Names
- Oryctanthus neurophyllus
- Neurophyllus Oryctanthus
- Neurophyllus Oryctanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oryctanthus neurophyllus (also called neurophyllous oryctanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the Oryctanthus genus. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, sunny areas such as fields, meadows, and roadsides. It has a thin stem and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Oryctanthus neurophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Oryctanthus neurophyllus are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oryctanthus neurophyllus is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and should be planted in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilization to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Oryctanthus neurophyllus
Oryctanthus neurophyllus is native to Brazil and can be found in wet forests and savannas.
Oryctanthus neurophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oryctanthus neurophyllus?
Oryctanthus neurophyllus
What is the common name of Oryctanthus neurophyllus?
Nerve-leaved oryctanthus
What is the natural habitat of Oryctanthus neurophyllus?
It is found in dry, rocky areas of the southwestern United States
Species in the Oryctanthus genus
Oryctanthus tehuacanensis, Oryctanthus spicatus, Oryctanthus phthirusoides, Oryctanthus pedunculatus, Oryctanthus occidentalis, Oryctanthus neurophyllus, Oryctanthus florulentus, Oryctanthus costulatus, Oryctanthus cordifolius, Oryctanthus alveolatus, Oryctanthus minor, Oryctanthus guianensis, Oryctanthus grammatus, Oryctanthus ovalifolius, Oryctanthus asplundii, Oryctanthus grandis, Oryctanthus tehuacacensis, Oryctanthus callicarpus,
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,
References
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:305927-2: Based on the initial data import