Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
subintegrum
ID:
335724

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 12: 350 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335056



Common Names

  • Xylobium Subintegrum
  • Subintegrum Orchid
  • Subintegrum Coral Root


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Description

Xylobium subintegrum (also called subintegral xylobium, subintegral-leaved xylobium, and yellow-flowered xylobium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, sandy habitats, such as deserts and beaches. It has a short, woody stem and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Xylobium subintegrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xylobium subintegrum has yellow flowers with a white center and a sweet fragrance. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylobium subintegrum is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on other plants or trees. It is found in humid forests, often near streams. It is a terrestrial orchid, meaning it grows in the ground. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded position. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed.

Where to Find Xylobium subintegrum

Xylobium subintegrum can be found in the tropical rain forests of Central and South America.

Xylobium subintegrum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Xylobium subintegrum?

Xylobium subintegrum is found in tropical rainforests of South America.

What is the flower color of Xylobium subintegrum?

The flowers of Xylobium subintegrum are yellow.

What is the size of Xylobium subintegrum?

Xylobium subintegrum is a small plant, growing to a height of about 1 m.

Species in the Xylobium genus

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-215418: Based on the initial data import
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.