Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sinuatum
ID:
483451

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) M.A.Clem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Telopea 10: 277 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482783



Common Names

  • Oxystophyllum Sinuatum
  • Sinuatum Oxystophyllum
  • Sinuatum Primrose


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Synonyms

  • Aporum sinuatum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Callista sinuata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dendrobium sinuatum Lindl. ex Walp. [unknown]

Description

Oxystophyllum sinuatum (also called Sinuate Oxystophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Brazil and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oxystophyllum sinuatum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping. It has a trailing habit and can reach heights of up to 2 feet. Its flowers are a deep purple color and its leaves are a dark green. It is also used for ground cover and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxystophyllum sinuatum has a white flower with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxystophyllum sinuatum is an evergreen perennial that is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Oxystophyllum sinuatum

Oxystophyllum sinuatum can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, and in the mountains of western China.

Oxystophyllum sinuatum FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Oxystophyllum sinuatum?

Oxystophyllum sinuatum prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

What type of soil should Oxystophyllum sinuatum be planted in?

Oxystophyllum sinuatum should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.

How much light does Oxystophyllum sinuatum need?

Oxystophyllum sinuatum prefers partial shade.

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-256381: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.