Status:
valid
Authors:
Sleumer
Source:
tro
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Lilloa 26: 44 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001234677
Common Names
- Pseudosalzmannii Xylosma
- Pseudosalzmannii Shiny Xylosma
- Pseudosalzmannii Xylosma Shrub
Description
Xylosma pseudosalzmannii (also called Pseudosalmzann's Xylosma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in the rainforest.
Uses & Benefits
Xylosma pseudosalzmannii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves used to treat sore throats and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Xylosma pseudosalzmannii flower is a bright yellow color and has a tubular shape with five lobes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Xylosma pseudosalzmannii is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and will tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Xylosma pseudosalzmannii
Xylosma pseudosalzmannii is native to South America and can be found in moist forests and along streams.
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,