Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
excavatum
ID:
262560

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 336 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261892



Common Names

  • Oxystophyllum excavatum
  • Excavatum Oxystophyllum
  • Oxystophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Aporum excavatum (Blume) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Callista excavata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dendrobium excavatum (Blume) Miq. [unknown]

Description

Oxystophyllum excavatum (also called Excavate 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 excavatum 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 excavatum is yellow, with a red center and a pinkish tinge. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxystophyllum excavatum 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 excavatum

Oxystophyllum excavatum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Oxystophyllum excavatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxystophyllum excavatum?

Oxystophyllum excavatum

What is the common name of Oxystophyllum excavatum?

Excavated Oxystophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Oxystophyllum excavatum?

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,

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