Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
wightiana
ID:
1558813

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. ex Wight & Arn.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient. [Wight & Arnott] 1: 323. 1834

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200010985



Common Names

  • Osbeckia wightiana
  • Wight's Osbeckia
  • Wight's Indian Mallow


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Description

Osbeckia wightiana (also called Wight Osbeckia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India. It is characterized by its small, oval leaves and white, tubular flowers. It is found in moist, forested habitats, such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Osbeckia wightiana is a popular ornamental tree often planted in parks and gardens. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Osbeckia wightiana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osbeckia wightiana is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It needs regular watering and should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Osbeckia wightiana

Osbeckia wightiana is native to tropical regions of India, from the Western Ghats to the Himalayas.

Osbeckia wightiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osbeckia wightiana?

Osbeckia wightiana

What is the common name of Osbeckia wightiana?

Wight Osbeckia

What is the family of Osbeckia wightiana?

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,