Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chlorantha
ID:
905145

Status:
valid

Authors:
Donn.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 57: 415 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000904480



Common Names

  • Chlorantha Xylosma
  • Xylosma Chlorantha
  • Xylosma chlorantha


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Description

Xylosma chlorantha (also called ‘Green-Flowered Xylosma’, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Australia. It is a perennial shrub, growing up to 3 m in height. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Xylosma chlorantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xylosma chlorantha has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylosma chlorantha is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.

Where to Find Xylosma chlorantha

Xylosma chlorantha can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Xylosma chlorantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylosma chlorantha?

Xylosma chlorantha

What type of plant is Xylosma chlorantha?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Xylosma chlorantha?

Dry, open woods and prairies

Species in the Xylosma genus

Xylosma sumatrana, Xylosma serrata, Xylosma serpentina, Xylosma schwaneckeana, Xylosma schaefferioides, Xylosma sanctae-annae, Xylosma samoensis, Xylosma shaferi, Xylosma simulans, Xylosma roigiana, Xylosma quichensis, Xylosma proctorii, Xylosma vincentii, Xylosma venosa, Xylosma terrae-reginae, Xylosma suluensis, Xylosma suaveolens, Xylosma smithiana, Xylosma tuberculata, Xylosma maidenii, Xylosma luzonensis, Xylosma lineolata, Xylosma prockia, Xylosma lancifolia, Xylosma intermedia, Xylosma lifuana, Xylosma pininsularis, Xylosma peltata, Xylosma parvifolia, Xylosma papuana, Xylosma pancheri, Xylosma panamensis, Xylosma martinicensis, Xylosma pachyphylla, Xylosma nervosa, Xylosma nelsonii, Xylosma molesta, Xylosma ovata, Xylosma inaequinervia, Xylosma palawanensis, Xylosma confusa, Xylosma dothioensis, Xylosma capillipes, Xylosma claraensis, Xylosma ciliatifolia, Xylosma characantha, Xylosma glaucescens, Xylosma iberiensis, Xylosma horrida, Xylosma heterophylla,

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

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