Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
aculeolatus
ID:
429112

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Carter

Source:
ksu

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 16: 148 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428444



Common Names

  • Spiny Xylocalyx
  • Hairy Xylocalyx
  • Rough Xylocalyx


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Description

Xylocalyx aculeolatus (also called Spiny Xylocalyx, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a spreading crown. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to China, and is found growing in moist, evergreen forests at elevations up to 1,000 meters. It prefers to grow in sunny areas on well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Xylocalyx aculeolatus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xylocalyx aculeolatus is white and has five petals. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylocalyx aculeolatus is an epiphytic orchid that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, it is important to keep the soil moist and warm, and to provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Xylocalyx aculeolatus

Xylocalyx aculeolatus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Xylocalyx aculeolatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylocalyx aculeolatus?

Xylocalyx aculeolatus

What is the family of Xylocalyx aculeolatus?

Apocynaceae

What is the distribution of Xylocalyx aculeolatus?

India, Sri Lanka, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, Malaysia, Indonesia

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Susan Carter Holmes (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Carter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:812951-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].