Status:
valid
Authors:
E.T.Geddes
Source:
ipni
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1928: 71 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000161280
Common Names
- Osbeckia Setoso-Annulata
- Setoso-Annulata Osbeckia
- Osbeckia Setoso-Annulata Tree
Description
Osbeckia setoso-annulata (also called Ringed Osbeckia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 8 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 setoso-annulata 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 setoso-annulata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Osbeckia setoso-annulata 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 setoso-annulata
Osbeckia setoso-annulata is native to India and can be found in moist and shady areas.
Osbeckia setoso-annulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Osbeckia setoso-annulata?
Osbeckia setoso-annulata
What is the common name of Osbeckia setoso-annulata?
No common name
What is the family of Osbeckia setoso-annulata?
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,
References
Elizabeth T. Geddes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.T.Geddes' in the authors string.