Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ciliatifolia
ID:
904688

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Clos) Eichler

Source:
cmp

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(1): 449 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000904023



Common Names

  • Xylosma
  • Ciliatifolia
  • Xylosma Ciliatifolia


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Description

Xylosma ciliatifolia (also called Xylosma, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It has a single stem, with alternate, ovate-lanceolate leaves that are dark green in color. It is found in open grasslands and savannas, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Xylosma ciliatifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xylosma ciliatifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylosma ciliatifolia can be propagated by seed or division. Plant the seeds in moist soil and keep them well-watered until they germinate. Divide the clumps of the plant in spring or autumn. Plant the divisions in moist soil and keep them well-watered until they become established.

Where to Find Xylosma ciliatifolia

Xylosma ciliatifolia is native to the United States and can be found in the eastern and central parts of the country.

Xylosma ciliatifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylosma ciliatifolia?

Xylosma ciliatifolia

What is the common name of Xylosma ciliatifolia?

Ciliatifolia Xylosma

What is the natural habitat of Xylosma ciliatifolia?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-4468372: Based on the initial data import
Dominique Clos (1821-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clos' in the authors string.
August W. Eichler (1839-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichler' in the authors string.