Status:
valid
Authors:
I.M.Turner
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 68: 340 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750307
Common Names
- Xylopia Patoniae
- Paton's Xylopia
- Paton's Anise
Description
Xylopia patoniae (also called Paton's Xylopia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is found in the tropical forests of Colombia. It is a woody climber, with elliptic-obovate leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Xylopia patoniae is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Xylopia patoniae is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Xylopia patoniae is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Where to Find Xylopia patoniae
Xylopia patoniae is native to South America and can be found in Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru.
Xylopia patoniae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xylopia patoniae?
Xylopia patoniae
What is the common name of Xylopia patoniae?
Patonia's anise
What is the natural habitat of Xylopia patoniae?
Woodlands, bogs, and swamps
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,