Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
nyctagineus
ID:
389573

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Michx.) Sweet

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. : 334 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388905



Common Names

  • Oxybaphus nyctagineus
  • Nyctagineus Oxybaphus
  • Nyctagineus Star-Fruit


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Synonyms

  • Mirabilis nyctaginea (Michx.) MacMill. [unknown]
  • Allionia nyctaginea Michx. [unknown]
  • Calymenia granulata Raf. [unknown]
  • Calymenia nyctaginea (Michx.) Nutt. [unknown]
  • Mirabilis oxybaphus Bordz. [unknown]
  • Allionia nyctaginea cervantesii Heimerl [unknown]

Description

Oxybaphus nyctagineus (also called Nightshade Oxybaphus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has a slender stem and is found in grassland and scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oxybaphus nyctagineus is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxybaphus nyctagineus is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Oxybaphus nyctagineus: This plant is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by division or from seed.

Where to Find Oxybaphus nyctagineus

Oxybaphus nyctagineus can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and South America.

Oxybaphus nyctagineus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxybaphus nyctagineus?

Oxybaphus nyctagineus

What type of plant is Oxybaphus nyctagineus?

Oxybaphus nyctagineus is a species of flowering plant in the family Boraginaceae.

Where is Oxybaphus nyctagineus found?

Oxybaphus nyctagineus is found in Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya.

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2397594: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.
Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.