Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plagiocarpa
ID:
289396
Status:
valid
Authors:
Airy Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 14: 372 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288728
Common Names
- Plagiocarpous Ptychopyxis
- Plagiocarpous Wood-sorrel
- Plagiocarpous Wood-sorrel
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa (also called 'Mountain Foxtail', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the mountain regions of South East Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas in the mountains, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in a well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can also be propagated from stem cuttings taken from the parent plant.
Where to Find Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa
Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa can be found in Central and South America.
Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa?
Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa
What type of plant is Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa?
Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa is a shrub
Where is Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa found?
Ptychopyxis plagiocarpa is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia
Species in the Ptychopyxis genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-170788: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.