Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.93: 181 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423881
Common Names
- Oxytes pycnostachya
- Dense-Spiked Oxytes
- Pycnostachya Oxytes
Description
Oxytes pycnostachya (also called Pycnostachys Oxytes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It grows in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, and subtropical or tropical dry montane grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytes pycnostachya is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oxytes pycnostachya is white with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytes pycnostachya is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or in a container.
Where to Find Oxytes pycnostachya
Oxytes pycnostachya is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Oxytes pycnostachya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytes pycnostachya?
Oxytes pycnostachya
What is the common name of Oxytes pycnostachya?
Dense-spiked Oxytes
Where is Oxytes pycnostachya native to?
South America
Species in the Oxytes genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Kazuaki Ohashi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Ohashi' in the authors string.