Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 336 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261891
Common Names
- Oxystophyllum carnosum
- Carnosum Oxystophyllum
- Oxystophyllum
Synonyms
- Aporum carnosum (Blume) Rauschert [unknown]
- Aporum concinnum Lindl. ex Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Aporum rigidum (Blume) Brieger [unknown]
- Oxystophyllum rigidum Blume [unknown]
- Callista carnosa Kuntze [unknown]
- Callista oxystophylla Kuntze [unknown]
- Dendrobium carnosum Rchb.f. [illegitimate]
- Dendrobium concinnum Miq. [unknown]
- Dendrobium rigens Rchb.f. [illegitimate]
- Dendrobium rigescens Miq. [unknown]
- Dendrobium rigidum Lindl. [illegitimate]
Description
Oxystophyllum carnosum (also called Flesh-colored oxystophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and parts of China, and it is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Oxystophyllum carnosum is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oxystophyllum carnosum is yellow, with a red center and a pinkish tinge. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxystophyllum carnosum is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape and to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Oxystophyllum carnosum
Oxystophyllum carnosum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Oxystophyllum carnosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxystophyllum carnosum?
Oxystophyllum carnosum
What is the common name of Oxystophyllum carnosum?
Fleshy Oxystophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Oxystophyllum carnosum?
Dry forests and scrublands
Species in the Oxystophyllum genus
Oxystophyllum atropurpureum,
Oxystophyllum carnosum,
Oxystophyllum excavatum,
Oxystophyllum acianthum,
Oxystophyllum ambotiense,
Oxystophyllum araneum,
Oxystophyllum atrorubens,
Oxystophyllum bipulvinatum,
Oxystophyllum buruense,
Oxystophyllum changjiangense,
Oxystophyllum cultratum,
Oxystophyllum cuneatipetalum,
Oxystophyllum deliense,
Oxystophyllum elmeri,
Oxystophyllum floridanum,
Oxystophyllum govidjoae,
Oxystophyllum hagerupii,
Oxystophyllum helvolum,
Oxystophyllum hypodon,
Oxystophyllum kaudernii,
Oxystophyllum lepoense,
Oxystophyllum lockhartioides,
Oxystophyllum longipecten,
Oxystophyllum minutigibbum,
Oxystophyllum moluccense,
Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum,
Oxystophyllum oblongum,
Oxystophyllum oligadenium,
Oxystophyllum paniferum,
Oxystophyllum sinuatum,
Oxystophyllum speculigerum,
Oxystophyllum subsessile,
Oxystophyllum torricellianum,
Oxystophyllum tropidoneuron,
Oxystophyllum tumoriferum,
Oxystophyllum validipecten,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,