Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
borbensis
ID:
1269680

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maas

Source:
tro

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Blumea 48: 220 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269018

Common Names

  • Pseudoxandra Borbensis
  • Borbensis Pseudoxandra
  • Pseudoxandra

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Description

Pseudoxandra borbensis (also called Borba Pseudoxandra, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil. It has a single trunk and a crown of pinnate leaves. It is found in dry and wet forests, as well as in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudoxandra borbensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudoxandra borbensis has white flowers with a yellow center and a sweet scent. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudoxandra borbensis is a shrub that is propagated from cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-draining soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires regular watering and should be fertilized every few months. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from existing plants.

Where to Find Pseudoxandra borbensis

Pseudoxandra borbensis can be found in the tropical rainforest of Colombia and Venezuela.

Pseudoxandra borbensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudoxandra borbensis?

Pseudoxandra borbensis

What is the family of Pseudoxandra borbensis?

Rubiaceae

Where is Pseudoxandra borbensis found?

Brazil

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:327833-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.