Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elliotii
ID:
429518

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre ex Engl. & Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Afrik. Pflanzen-Fam. 6: 65 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428850

Common Names

  • Xylopia elliotii
  • Elliotii Anise
  • Elliotii Xylopia

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Description

Xylopia elliotii (also called Elliot's 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 elliotii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, dark brown seeds. Seedlings: Long, thin leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylopia elliotii 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 elliotii

Xylopia elliotii is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

Xylopia elliotii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylopia elliotii?

Xylopia elliotii

What is the common name of Xylopia elliotii?

African pepper

What is the family of Xylopia elliotii?

Annonaceae

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

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:76124-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.