Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
horridus
ID:
262531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lour.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1790

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cochinch. : 151 (1790)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261863



Common Names

  • Oxyceros horridus
  • Horridus Oxyceros
  • Rough Oxyceros


Searching for Oxyceros horridus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Randia horrida (Lour.) Schult. [valid]
  • Randia siamensis Craib [valid]
  • Randia uncata Ridl. [valid]
  • Solena horrida (Lour.) D.Dietr. [valid]
  • Webera siamensis Kurz [valid]
  • Randia pauciflora minor Craib [valid]
  • Randia longiflora horrida (Lour.) Pierre ex Pit. [valid]
  • Gardenia horrida Spreng. [valid]
  • Griffithia siamensis Miq. [valid]

Description

Oxyceros horridus (also called Horrid oxyceros, 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

Oxyceros horridus 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 Oxyceros horridus is yellow, with a red center and a pinkish tinge. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

Searching for Oxyceros horridus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Oxyceros horridus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, bright location until established.

Where to Find Oxyceros horridus

Oxyceros horridus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Oxyceros horridus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxyceros horridus?

Oxyceros horridus

What is the family of Oxyceros horridus?

Arecaceae

What is the common name of Oxyceros horridus?

Horridus Oxyceros

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,

References