Status:
valid
Authors:
Savinov
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 14: 187 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341519
Common Names
- Glyptopetalum vidalii
- Vidal's Wax Plant
- Vidal's Waxflower
Description
Glyptopetalum vidalii (also called Vidal's glyptopetalum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, and typically grows in open woodland areas. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height, with leathery, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Glyptopetalum vidalii is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glyptopetalum vidalii has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The flowers are followed by small, round fruits that contain numerous small seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glyptopetalum vidalii is a tropical evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground and prefers a bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by air layering. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy, and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Glyptopetalum vidalii
Glyptopetalum vidalii can be found in Mexico, in the states of Oaxaca and Guerrero.
Glyptopetalum vidalii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glyptopetalum vidalii?
Glyptopetalum vidalii
What is the common name of Glyptopetalum vidalii?
Vidal's Glyptopetalum
What is the natural habitat of Glyptopetalum vidalii?
Tropical forests in Southeast Asia
Species in the Glyptopetalum genus
Glyptopetalum reticulinerve,
Glyptopetalum acuminatissimum,
Glyptopetalum angulatum,
Glyptopetalum aquifolium,
Glyptopetalum calocarpum,
Glyptopetalum calyptratum,
Glyptopetalum chaudocense,
Glyptopetalum euonymoides,
Glyptopetalum euphlebium,
Glyptopetalum feddei,
Glyptopetalum fengii,
Glyptopetalum geloniifolium,
Glyptopetalum gracilipes,
Glyptopetalum grandiflorum,
Glyptopetalum harmandianum,
Glyptopetalum ilicifolium,
Glyptopetalum lawsonii,
Glyptopetalum loheri,
Glyptopetalum longipedicellatum,
Glyptopetalum longepedunculatum,
Glyptopetalum marivelense,
Glyptopetalum palawanense,
Glyptopetalum poilanei,
Glyptopetalum quadrangulare,
Glyptopetalum rhytidophyllum,
Glyptopetalum sclerocarpum,
Glyptopetalum stixifolium,
Glyptopetalum subcordatum,
Glyptopetalum thorelii,
Glyptopetalum tonkinense,
Glyptopetalum zeylanicum,
Glyptopetalum integrifolium,
Glyptopetalum pallidifolium,
Glyptopetalum vidalii,
Glyptopetalum verticillatum,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,
References
Ivan A. Savinov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Savinov' in the authors string.