Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obtusifolia
ID:
439942

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f. & Thomson) Baill.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 654 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439274



Common Names

  • Stixis obtusifolia
  • Pointed-Leaf Stixis
  • Pointed-Leaf Stickseed


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Description

Stixis obtusifolia (also called 'Oblong-leaved 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 obtusifolia 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 obtusifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, white seed pods. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stixis obtusifolia 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 obtusifolia

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

Stixis obtusifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stixis obtusifolia?

Stixis obtusifolia

What is the common name of Stixis obtusifolia?

Obtusifolia Stixis

What is the natural habitat of Stixis obtusifolia?

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,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:148094-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.