Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
639746

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.S.Mitch. ex Craven & Fryxell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 2: 464 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639078



Common Names

  • Decaschistia occidentalis
  • Occidentalis Decaschistia
  • Western Decaschistia


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Description

Decaschistia occidentalis (also called Occidental Decaschistia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub growing up to 1 m tall, with oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia, and is found in dry and moist forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Decaschistia occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Decaschistia occidentalis is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Decaschistia occidentalis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers a sunny, sheltered position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Decaschistia occidentalis

Decaschistia occidentalis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Decaschistia occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Decaschistia occidentalis?

Decaschistia occidentalis

What is the common name of Decaschistia occidentalis?

Occidentalis

What is the natural habitat of Decaschistia occidentalis?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2758699: Based on the initial data import
Lyndley Alan Craven (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craven' in the authors string.
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.
Andrew Stewart Mitchell (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.Mitch.' in the authors string.