Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
mauritianum
ID:
285392

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 10: 41 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284724



Common Names

  • Mauritianum Plant
  • Mauritianum Tree
  • Mauritianum Vine


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Description

Psiloxylon mauritianum (also called Mauritian Psiloxylon, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical Africa. It has small, white flowers and dark green, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Psiloxylon mauritianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psiloxylon mauritianum is white, with a yellow center and four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psiloxylon mauritianum is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Psiloxylon mauritianum

Psiloxylon mauritianum can be found in the tropical forests of Mauritius.

Psiloxylon mauritianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psiloxylon mauritianum?

Psiloxylon mauritianum

What is the common name of Psiloxylon mauritianum?

Mauritian Psiloxylon

Where is Psiloxylon mauritianum found?

Mauritius

Species in the Psiloxylon genus

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

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