Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
161930

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arn.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Companion Bot. Mag. 2: 308 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000161259



Common Names

  • Osbeckia Parvifolia
  • Parvifolia Osbeckia
  • Osbeckia Parvifolia Tree


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Description

Osbeckia parvifolia (also called Small-leaved Osbeckia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree, typically growing up to 5 meters tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Osbeckia parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Osbeckia parvifolia is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osbeckia parvifolia is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water regularly and fertilize every few months.

Where to Find Osbeckia parvifolia

Osbeckia parvifolia is native to India and can be found in moist and shady areas.

Osbeckia parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osbeckia parvifolia?

Osbeckia parvifolia

What is the common name of Osbeckia parvifolia?

No common name

What is the family of Osbeckia parvifolia?

Melastomataceae

Species in the Osbeckia genus

Osbeckia tirunelvelica, Osbeckia australiana, Osbeckia aspericaulis, Osbeckia buxifolia, Osbeckia dolichophylla, Osbeckia ericoides, Osbeckia gracilis, Osbeckia lanata, Osbeckia melastomacea, Osbeckia moonii, Osbeckia parvifolia, Osbeckia rheedei, Osbeckia setoso-annulata, Osbeckia thorelii, Osbeckia walkeri, Osbeckia nayarii, Osbeckia abrahamii, Osbeckia cochinchinensis, Osbeckia octandra, Osbeckia bicolor, Osbeckia aspera, Osbeckia brachystemon, Osbeckia mehrana, Osbeckia reticulata, Osbeckia muralis, Osbeckia virgata, Osbeckia wynaadensis, Osbeckia chinensis, Osbeckia capitata, Osbeckia opipara, Osbeckia rostrata, Osbeckia nepalensis, Osbeckia crinita, Osbeckia rubicunda, Osbeckia nutans, Osbeckia stellata, Osbeckia leschenaultiana, Osbeckia zeylanica, Osbeckia travancorica, Osbeckia capitata, Osbeckia auricola, Osbeckia drepanosepala, Osbeckia heteranthera, Osbeckia saddlepeakensis, Osbeckia lanceolata, Osbeckia pendulifolia, Osbeckia sinensis, Osbeckia wightiana, Osbeckia luzoniensis, Osbeckia capitata,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,