Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
yamashitae
ID:
836963

Status:
valid

Authors:
Yahara & Tsukaya

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 59: 99 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836298

Common Names

  • Oxygyne Yamashitae
  • Yamashitae Oxygyne
  • Oxygyne

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Description

Oxygyne yamashitae (also called 'Yamashita's Oxygyne', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is characterized by its oblong leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in tropical rainforests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oxygyne yamashitae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxygyne yamashitae has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxygyne yamashitae is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Oxygyne yamashitae

Oxygyne yamashitae is native to Japan and can be found in the temperate forests.

Oxygyne yamashitae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxygyne yamashitae?

Oxygyne yamashitae

What are the common names of Oxygyne yamashitae?

Yamashita's oxygyne

What is the natural habitat of Oxygyne yamashitae?

It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa

Species in the Burmanniaceae family

Afrothismia baerae, Afrothismia foertheriana, Afrothismia gesnerioides, Afrothismia insignis, Afrothismia pachyantha, Afrothismia saingei, Afrothismia winkleri, Afrothismia hydra, Afrothismia korupensis, Afrothismia mhoroana, Afrothismia amietii, Afrothismia zambesiaca, Afrothismia fungiformis, Afrothismia pusilla, Afrothismia kupensis, Apteria aphylla, Burmannia alba, Burmannia aprica, Burmannia australis, Burmannia bicolor, Burmannia bifaria, Burmannia biflora, Burmannia candelabrum, Burmannia candida, Burmannia capitata, Burmannia championii, Burmannia chinensis, Burmannia cochinchinensis, Burmannia coelestis, Burmannia compacta, Burmannia connata, Burmannia cryptopetala, Burmannia damazii, Burmannia dasyantha, Burmannia disticha, Burmannia engganensis, Burmannia filamentosa, Burmannia flava, Burmannia foliosa, Burmannia geelvinkiana, Burmannia gracilis, Burmannia grandiflora, Burmannia hexaptera, Burmannia indica, Burmannia itoana, Burmannia jonkeri, Burmannia juncea, Burmannia kalbreyeri, Burmannia larseniana, Burmannia latialata,

References

Tetsukazu Yahara (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yahara' in the authors string.
Hirokazu Tsukaya (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tsukaya' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77092805-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.