Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
904535

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) G.Forst.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1786

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ins. Austr. : 72 (1786)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000903870



Common Names

  • Xylosma suaveolens
  • Suaveolens Xylosma
  • Suaveolens Xylosma


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Description

Xylosma suaveolens (also called Suaveolens Xylosma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in a variety of habitats, including along roadsides, in secondary forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Xylosma suaveolens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xylosma suaveolens has small, yellow flowers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylosma suaveolens is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 6 m (20 ft) tall. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Xylosma suaveolens

Xylosma suaveolens is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is commonly found in moist forest habitats.

Xylosma suaveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylosma suaveolens?

Xylosma suaveolens

What is the natural habitat of Xylosma suaveolens?

Xylosma suaveolens is native to tropical forests in Africa and Asia.

What is the growth rate of Xylosma suaveolens?

Xylosma suaveolens is a medium-growing plant, reaching up to 15 feet in height.

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

Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Johann Reinhold Forster (1729-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Forst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:112179-1: Based on the initial data import