Status:
valid
Authors:
Wells
Source:
tro
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
J. Elisha Mitchell Sci. Soc. 44: 238 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001045738
Common Names
- Pyxidanthera brevifolia
- Pyxidanthera
- Brevifolia Pyxidanthera
Description
Pyxidanthera brevifolia (also called Short-leaved Pyxidanthera, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to India, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pyxidanthera brevifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is used to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pyxidanthera brevifolia has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pyxidanthera brevifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring and will germinate in 1-2 weeks. Division of the rhizomes should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Pyxidanthera brevifolia
Pyxidanthera brevifolia is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Pyxidanthera genus
Species in the Diapensiaceae family
Berneuxia thibetica,
Diapensia himalaica,
Diapensia lapponica,
Diapensia obovata,
Diapensia purpurea,
Diapensia wardii,
Galax urceolata,
Pyxidanthera barbulata,
Pyxidanthera brevifolia,
Schizocodon soldanelloides,
Schizocodon yunnanensis,
Schizocodon ilicifolius,
Shortia uniflora,
Shortia sinensis,
Shortia galacifolia,
Shortia rotundifolia,