Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caudata
ID:
429507

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. & Thomson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 1: 125 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428839

Common Names

  • Xylopia caudata
  • Caudata Anise
  • Caudata Xylopia

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Description

Xylopia caudata (also called Caudate Xylopia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a shrub-like growth habit and produces small, white flowers. It is found in tropical forests and woodlands, and prefers humid, shady environments.

Uses & Benefits

Xylopia caudata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Xylopia caudata var. caudata
Xylopia caudata var. reticulata J.Sinclair

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xylopia caudata is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylopia caudata is a small tree native to the tropical rainforest of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist, well-draining soil and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the cuttings at a temperature of 25-30°C and in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Xylopia caudata

Xylopia caudata is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Xylopia caudata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylopia caudata?

Xylopia caudata

What is the common name of Xylopia caudata?

Tailed Pepper

What is the natural habitat of Xylopia caudata?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Xylopia genus

Xylopia venezuelana, Xylopia wilwerthii, Xylopia vitiensis, Xylopia vielana, Xylopia vieillardii, Xylopia platypetala, Xylopia pygmaea, Xylopia rubescens, Xylopia roigii, Xylopia richardii, Xylopia quintasii, Xylopia pynaertii, Xylopia pulchella, Xylopia poilanei, Xylopia uniflora, Xylopia toussaintii, Xylopia torrei, Xylopia tomentosa, Xylopia sub-dehiscens, Xylopia staudtii, Xylopia spruceana, Xylopia sericea, Xylopia cupularis, Xylopia crinita, Xylopia coriifolia, Xylopia congolensis, Xylopia chocoensis, Xylopia championii, Xylopia caudata, Xylopia calosericea, Xylopia plowmanii, Xylopia flamignii, Xylopia ferruginea, Xylopia excellens, Xylopia emarginata, Xylopia elliptica, Xylopia elliotii, Xylopia ekmanii, Xylopia discreta, Xylopia dibaccata, Xylopia densifolia, Xylopia dehiscens, Xylopia degeneri, Xylopia calophylla, Xylopia acunae, Xylopia aethiopica, Xylopia africana, Xylopia brasiliensis, Xylopia bocatorena, Xylopia benthamii,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:76090-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.