Status:
valid
Authors:
Vieill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Linn. Normandie 7: 91 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261694
Common Names
- Oxera baladica
- Baladic Oxera
- Baladica Oxera
Description
Oxera baladica (also called Baladic Oxera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Oxera baladica is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic, and for treating respiratory conditions. It can also be used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Oxera baladica sub. baladica
Oxera baladica sub. nuda (Virot) de Kok
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxera baladica has small, white flowers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxera baladica is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.
Where to Find Oxera baladica
Oxera baladica is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Nigeria, Cameroon, and Congo.
Oxera baladica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxera baladica?
Oxera baladica
What is the common name of Oxera baladica?
Baladi Oxera
What is the natural habitat of Oxera baladica?
Oxera baladica is found in lowland and montane rainforest in tropical Africa.
Species in the Oxera genus
Oxera baladica,
Oxera balansae,
Oxera brevicalyx,
Oxera coriacea,
Oxera coronata,
Oxera crassifolia,
Oxera glandulosa,
Oxera gmelinoides,
Oxera microcalyx,
Oxera morieri,
Oxera neriifolia,
Oxera oreophila,
Oxera palmatinervia,
Oxera pancheri,
Oxera pulchella,
Oxera robusta,
Oxera rugosa,
Oxera sessilifolia,
Oxera subverticillata,
Oxera sulfurea,
Oxera vanuatuensis,
Oxera amicorum,
Oxera lehuntei,
Oxera splendida,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,