Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
brevifolia
ID:
1046400

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

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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.

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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

References