Status:
valid
Authors:
Sonké & O.Lachenaud
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Candollea 70: 243 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344869
Common Names
- Oxyanthus Andjigae
- Andjigae Oxyanthus
- Andjigae's Oxyanthus
Description
Oxyanthus andjigae (also called Andjigae Oxyanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to West Africa. It grows up to 3 meters tall and has large, glossy leaves. It is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Oxyanthus andjigae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oxyanthus andjigae is a small, yellow-green spike, with a single spikelet per stem. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxyanthus andjigae can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, fertile soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in early spring or late autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a moist, well-drained soil. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Oxyanthus andjigae
Oxyanthus andjigae is found in the dry deciduous forests of West Africa.
Oxyanthus andjigae FAQ
What are the characteristics of Oxyanthus andjigae?
Oxyanthus andjigae is an erect, perennial herb with narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers.
What is the habitat of Oxyanthus andjigae?
Oxyanthus andjigae is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
What is the distribution of Oxyanthus andjigae?
Oxyanthus andjigae is native to Australia, New Zealand, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Species in the Oxyanthus genus
Oxyanthus barensis,
Oxyanthus bremekampii,
Oxyanthus brevicaulis,
Oxyanthus dubius,
Oxyanthus formosus,
Oxyanthus goetzei,
Oxyanthus gracilis,
Oxyanthus haerdii,
Oxyanthus latifolius,
Oxyanthus laxiflorus,
Oxyanthus ledermannii,
Oxyanthus lepidus,
Oxyanthus letouzeyanus,
Oxyanthus mayumbensis,
Oxyanthus montanus,
Oxyanthus nangensis,
Oxyanthus okuensis,
Oxyanthus oliganthus,
Oxyanthus pallidus,
Oxyanthus pyriformis,
Oxyanthus querimbensis,
Oxyanthus racemosus,
Oxyanthus robbrechtianus,
Oxyanthus schumannianus,
Oxyanthus setosus,
Oxyanthus smithii,
Oxyanthus speciosus,
Oxyanthus subpunctatus,
Oxyanthus troupinii,
Oxyanthus tubiflorus,
Oxyanthus ugandensis,
Oxyanthus unilocularis,
Oxyanthus zanguebaricus,
Oxyanthus racemosa,
Oxyanthus andjigae,
Oxyanthus doucetii,
Oxyanthus lewisii,
Oxyanthus biflorus,
Oxyanthus strigosus,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,