Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glandulosa
ID:
262379

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vieill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Linn. Normandie 7: 93 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261711



Common Names

  • Oxera glandulosa
  • Glandular Oxera
  • Glandulosa Oxera


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Description

Oxera glandulosa (also called Glandular Oxera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oxera glandulosa is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic, and for treating respiratory conditions. It can also be used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxera glandulosa is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are short and have a single stem with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxera glandulosa is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.

Where to Find Oxera glandulosa

Oxera glandulosa is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Nigeria, Cameroon, and Congo.

Oxera glandulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxera glandulosa?

Oxera glandulosa

What is the common name of Oxera glandulosa?

Glandular Oxera

What is the natural habitat of Oxera glandulosa?

Oxera glandulosa is found in lowland and montane rainforest in tropical Africa.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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