Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rusbyana
ID:
1246199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sleumer

Source:
tro

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 12: 56 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245537



Common Names

  • Rusby's Xylosma
  • Xylosma Rusbyana
  • Rusbyana Xylosma


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Description

Xylosma rusbyana (also called Rusby's Xylosma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to South America, and is found in humid forests and disturbed areas. It has white or pink flowers and small, round, green fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Xylosma rusbyana is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and skin diseases. The leaves can be used to make tea and the flowers can be used to make a fragrant oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xylosma rusbyana has small, yellow flowers with purple veins. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylosma rusbyana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Propagation is usually done by seeds or cuttings.

Where to Find Xylosma rusbyana

Xylosma rusbyana is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Xylosma rusbyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylosma rusbyana?

Xylosma rusbyana

What is the common name of Xylosma rusbyana?

Rusby's Xylosma

What is the natural habitat of Xylosma rusbyana?

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,

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