Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
humbertii
ID:
629161

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cavaco

Source:
iplants

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 97: 224 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628493



Common Names

  • Xyloolaena humbertii
  • Humbertii Xyloolaena
  • Xyloolaena Humbertii


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Description

Xyloolaena humbertii (also called Humbert's Xyloolaena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is found in Madagascar and is a small shrub with white flowers. It grows in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Xyloolaena humbertii is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyloolaena humbertii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyloolaena humbertii is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical Africa. It is a small plant that grows on trees and other plants in its natural habitat. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed.

Where to Find Xyloolaena humbertii

Xyloolaena humbertii is native to Madagascar. It is found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.

Xyloolaena humbertii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyloolaena humbertii?

Xyloolaena humbertii

What type of plant is Xyloolaena humbertii?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Xyloolaena humbertii native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Sarcolaenaceae family

Eremolaena darainensis, Eremolaena humblotiana, Eremolaena rotundifolia, Leptolaena abrahamii, Leptolaena arenaria, Leptolaena cuspidata, Leptolaena delphinensis, Leptolaena gautieri, Leptolaena masoalensis, Leptolaena multiflora, Leptolaena pauciflora, Leptolaena raymondii, Mediusella bernieri, Pentachlaena betamponensis, Pentachlaena latifolia, Pentachlaena orientalis, Pentachlaena vestita, Perrierodendron boinense, Perrierodendron capuronii, Perrierodendron occidentale, Perrierodendron quartzitorum, Perrierodendron rodoense, Rhodolaena acutifolia, Rhodolaena altivola, Rhodolaena bakeriana, Rhodolaena coriacea, Rhodolaena humblotii, Rhodolaena leroyana, Rhodolaena macrocarpa, Sarcolaena codonochlamys, Sarcolaena delphinensis, Sarcolaena eriophora, Sarcolaena grandiflora, Sarcolaena humbertiana, Sarcolaena isaloensis, Sarcolaena multiflora, Sarcolaena oblongifolia, Schizolaena capuronii, Schizolaena cauliflora, Schizolaena cavacoana, Schizolaena charlotteae, Schizolaena elongata, Schizolaena exinvolucrata, Schizolaena gereaui, Schizolaena hystrix, Schizolaena isaloensis, Schizolaena manomboensis, Schizolaena masoalensis, Schizolaena microphylla, Schizolaena milleri,