Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monosperma
ID:
508840

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jessup

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 2: 448 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508172

Common Names

  • Monosperma Xylopia
  • Monosperma
  • Xylopia Monosperma

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Description

Xylopia monosperma (also called Single-seeded Xylopia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical South America. It has a low-growing habit and grows to a height of 5–10 cm. It prefers moist soils and is often found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Xylopia monosperma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xylopia monosperma has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylopia monosperma is an evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by division. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Xylopia monosperma

Xylopia monosperma is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Xylopia monosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylopia monosperma?

Xylopia monosperma

What is the common name of Xylopia monosperma?

Single-seeded Xylopia

What is the flowering season of Xylopia monosperma?

Spring

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,

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