Xerosollya gilbertii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gilbertii
ID:
429271
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 27(II): 362 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428603
Common Names
- Xerosollya Gilbertii
- Gilbert's Xerosollya
- Gilbert's Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Sollya parviflora Turcz. [unknown]
Description
Xerosollya gilbertii (also called Gilbert's Xerosollya, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It has lanceolate leaves, yellowish-green flowers, and fruits that are drupe-like. It is found in moist, evergreen forests and in areas of high rainfall.
Uses & Benefits
Xerosollya gilbertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant indoors. It has a sweet scent and is known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Xerosollya gilbertii has small, white flowers with yellow markings. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Xerosollya gilbertii can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade. It should be grown in a well-drained potting mix with plenty of organic matter. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Xerosollya gilbertii
Xerosollya gilbertii can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Xerosollya gilbertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xerosollya gilbertii?
Xerosollya gilbertii
What is the natural habitat of Xerosollya gilbertii?
Xerosollya gilbertii is native to India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
What is the size of Xerosollya gilbertii?
Xerosollya gilbertii typically grows to a height of 5-10 cm.
Species in the Xerosollya genus
Species in the Pittosporaceae family
Auranticarpa edentata, Auranticarpa ilicifolia, Auranticarpa melanosperma, Auranticarpa papyracea, Auranticarpa resinosa, Auranticarpa rhombifolia, Bentleya spinescens, Billardiera coriacea, Billardiera cymosa, Billardiera drummondii, Billardiera floribunda, Billardiera fraseri, Billardiera fusiformis, Billardiera heterophylla, Billardiera laxiflora, Billardiera lehmanniana, Billardiera longiflora, Billardiera macrantha, Billardiera mutabilis, Billardiera nesophila, Billardiera ovalis, Billardiera rubens, Billardiera scandens, Billardiera sericophora, Billardiera speciosa, Billardiera uniflora, Billardiera variifolia, Billardiera venusta, Billardiera versicolor, Billardiera viridiflora, Bursaria calcicola, Bursaria incana, Bursaria longisepala, Bursaria occidentalis, Bursaria reevesii, Bursaria spinosa, Bursaria tenuifolia, Bursaria cayzerae, Cheiranthera borealis, Cheiranthera simplicifolia, Cheiranthera telfordii, Cheiranthera alternifolia, Cheiranthera brevifolia, Cheiranthera filifolia, Cheiranthera linearis, Cheiranthera parviflora, Cheiranthera preissiana, Cheiranthera volubilis, Hymenosporum flavum, Marianthus coerulea-punctatus,
References
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:684788-1: Based on the initial data import