Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
domingensis
ID:
1279850

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) M.H.Alford

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 297 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279188



Common Names

  • Xylosma domingensis
  • Domingensis Xylosma
  • Xylosma Domingensis


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Uses & Benefits

Xylosma domingensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other diseases. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xylosma domingensis is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, long, thin stem and a single, small, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylosma domingensis is a flowering shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is a fast-growing plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Xylosma domingensis

Xylosma domingensis is native to the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Peru.

Xylosma domingensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylosma domingensis?

Xylosma domingensis

What is the common name of Xylosma domingensis?

Domingo Xylosma

What is the natural habitat of Xylosma domingensis?

Tropical 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 tro-50302716: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Mac Haverson Alford (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.H.Alford' in the authors string.