Status:
valid
Authors:
(T.Wendt) Wahlert & H.E.Ballard
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 67: 281 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345120
Common Names
- Uxpanapana Ixchelia
- Ixchelia Uxpanapana
- Uxpanapana
Description
Ixchelia uxpanapana (also called Uxpanapana Ixchelia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical forests. It has leathery, oval leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ixchelia uxpanapana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ixchelia uxpanapana are white, star-shaped, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ixchelia uxpanapana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). Prune to shape in late winter or early spring.
Where to Find Ixchelia uxpanapana
Ixchelia uxpanapana is native to Mexico.
Ixchelia uxpanapana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ixchelia uxpanapana?
Ixchelia uxpanapana
What is the common name of Ixchelia uxpanapana?
Uxpanapan Ixchelia
What is the native range of Ixchelia uxpanapana?
Mexico
Species in the Ixchelia genus
Species in the Violaceae family
Agatea lecointei,
Agatea longipedicellata,
Agatea macrobotrys,
Agatea pancheri,
Agatea rufotomentosa,
Agatea schlechteri,
Agatea veillonii,
Agatea violaris,
Allexis batangae,
Allexis cauliflora,
Allexis obanensis,
Allexis zygomorpha,
Amphirrhox grandifolia,
Amphirrhox longifolia,
Anchietea exalata,
Anchietea frangulifolia,
Anchietea peruviana,
Anchietea pyrifolia,
Anchietea raimondii,
Anchietea selloviana,
Anchietea suma,
Anchietea ferrucciae,
Anchietea ballardii,
Calyptrion arboreum,
Calyptrion carthagenense,
Calyptrion pubescens,
Calyptrion volubile,
Decorsella paradoxa,
Fusispermum laxiflorum,
Fusispermum minutiflorum,
Fusispermum rubrolignosum,
Hybanthopsis bahiensis,
Hybanthus albus,
Hybanthus austrocaledonicus,
Hybanthus caledonicus,
Hybanthus cymulosus,
Hybanthus debilissimus,
Hybanthus domingensis,
Hybanthus durus,
Hybanthus epacroides,
Hybanthus galeottii,
Hybanthus graminifolius,
Hybanthus havanensis,
Hybanthus heterosepalus,
Hybanthus leptopus,
Hybanthus leucanthus,
Hybanthus micranthus,
Hybanthus mossamedensis,
Hybanthus paraguariensis,
Hybanthus parviflorus,
References
Gregory A. Wahlert: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wahlert' in the authors string.