Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hookeri
ID:
439939

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 656 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439271



Common Names

  • Stixis hookeri
  • Hooker's Stixis
  • Cup of Gold Vine


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Description

Stixis hookeri (also called 'Hooker's Stixis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in wet forests, usually near streams or rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Stixis hookeri is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally, as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic. The plant is also known for its fragrant flowers and its ability to attract birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stixis hookeri has small yellow flowers with yellow anthers and a white stigma. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stixis hookeri is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Stixis hookeri

Stixis hookeri can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Stixis hookeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stixis hookeri?

Stixis hookeri

What is the common name of Stixis hookeri?

Hookeri Stixis

What is the natural habitat of Stixis hookeri?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Resedaceae family

Borthwickia trifoliata, Caylusea abyssinica, Caylusea hexagyna, Caylusea latifolia, Forchhammeria brevipes, Forchhammeria emarginata, Forchhammeria haitiensis, Forchhammeria hintonii, Forchhammeria laxiflora, Forchhammeria longifolia, Forchhammeria macrocarpa, Forchhammeria matudae, Forchhammeria pallida, Forchhammeria polyandra, Forchhammeria sessilifolia, Forchhammeria sphaerocarpa, Forchhammeria trifoliata, Forchhammeria watsonii, Forchhammeria tamaulipana, Forchhammeria iltisii, Ochradenus spartioides, Ochradenus baccatus, Ochradenus arabicus, Ochradenus harsusiticus, Ochradenus somalensis, Ochradenus gifrii, Ochradenus socotranus, Oligomeris subulata, Oligomeris linifolia, Oligomeris dipetala, Oligomeris dregeana, Randonia africana, Reseda alba, Reseda alopecuros, Reseda alphonsi, Reseda amblyocarpa, Reseda arabica, Reseda anatolica, Reseda urnigera, Reseda tomentosa, Reseda undata, Reseda tymphaea, Reseda villosa, Reseda virgata, Reseda viridis, Reseda tefedestica, Reseda germanicopolitana, Reseda glauca, Reseda elata, Reseda duriaeana,

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