Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
subsessile
ID:
483457

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Telopea 10: 278 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482789



Common Names

  • Oxystophyllum Subsessile
  • Subsessile Oxystophyllum
  • Subsessile Primrose


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Synonyms

  • Aporum subsessile (Schltr.) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Dendrobium subsessile Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Oxystophyllum subsessile (also called Subsessile 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 subsessile 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 subsessile 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 subsessile 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 subsessile

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

Oxystophyllum subsessile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxystophyllum subsessile?

Oxystophyllum subsessile

What is the common name of Oxystophyllum subsessile?

Subsessile Oxystophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Oxystophyllum subsessile?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

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-256383: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.