Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
validipecten
ID:
483475

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Telopea 10: 278 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482807



Common Names

  • Oxystophyllum Validipecten
  • Validipecten Oxystophyllum
  • Validipecten Primrose


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Synonyms

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

Description

Oxystophyllum validipecten (also called Valid-comb 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 validipecten is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxystophyllum validipecten has white flowers with yellow centers and a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a rosette of leaves at the base. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxystophyllum validipecten is a perennial plant that is propagated by division in spring or autumn. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a moist soil, but can tolerate dry conditions once established. It is also tolerant of coastal conditions.

Where to Find Oxystophyllum validipecten

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

Oxystophyllum validipecten FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxystophyllum validipecten?

Oxystophyllum validipecten

What is the natural habitat of Oxystophyllum validipecten?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the growth habit of Oxystophyllum validipecten?

It is a small, erect, evergreen shrub

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-256387: 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.