Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
helvolum
ID:
483377

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) M.A.Clem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Telopea 10: 277 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482709



Common Names

  • Oxystophyllum helvolum
  • Helvolum Oxystophyllum
  • Helvolum's Oxystophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Aporum helvolum (J.J.Sm.) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Dendrobium helvolum J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Oxystophyllum helvolum (also called Helve's Oxystophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single, erect stem with a terminal inflorescence. It is found in montane and subalpine habitats, typically at elevations of 1,500 to 3,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Oxystophyllum helvolum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxystophyllum helvolum is a white to pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxystophyllum helvolum is a low-growing, evergreen perennial native to the rainforests of South America. It can be grown in partial shade to full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Oxystophyllum helvolum

Oxystophyllum helvolum is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan and Yunnan.

Oxystophyllum helvolum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxystophyllum helvolum?

Oxystophyllum helvolum

What is the common name of Oxystophyllum helvolum?

Helvolum Oxalis

Where is Oxystophyllum helvolum native to?

South Africa

Species in the Oxystophyllum genus

Oxystophyllum atropurpureum, Oxystophyllum carnosum, Oxystophyllum excavatum, Oxystophyllum acianthum, Oxystophyllum ambotiense, Oxystophyllum araneum, Oxystophyllum atrorubens, Oxystophyllum bipulvinatum, Oxystophyllum buruense, Oxystophyllum changjiangense, Oxystophyllum cultratum, Oxystophyllum cuneatipetalum, Oxystophyllum deliense, Oxystophyllum elmeri, Oxystophyllum floridanum, Oxystophyllum govidjoae, Oxystophyllum hagerupii, Oxystophyllum helvolum, Oxystophyllum hypodon, Oxystophyllum kaudernii, Oxystophyllum lepoense, Oxystophyllum lockhartioides, Oxystophyllum longipecten, Oxystophyllum minutigibbum, Oxystophyllum moluccense, Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum, Oxystophyllum oblongum, Oxystophyllum oligadenium, Oxystophyllum paniferum, Oxystophyllum sinuatum, Oxystophyllum speculigerum, Oxystophyllum subsessile, Oxystophyllum torricellianum, Oxystophyllum tropidoneuron, Oxystophyllum tumoriferum, Oxystophyllum validipecten,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-256369: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.