Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
stellata
ID:
1281289

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don

Source:
tro

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 8: t. 674 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280627

Common Names

  • Osbeckia stellata
  • Star Osbeckia
  • Star-Leaf Osbeckia

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Description

Osbeckia stellata (also called Star Osbeckia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to India. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in wet sclerophyll forests and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Osbeckia stellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Osbeckia stellata var. crinita (Benth. ex Naud.) C.Hansen
Osbeckia stellata var. hispidissima (Wight) C.Hansen
Osbeckia stellata var. stellata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Osbeckia stellata has small, white flowers that are about 0.5 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are short, with a single, straight stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osbeckia stellata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy branches and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Once established, Osbeckia stellata is relatively low-maintenance and requires little water or fertilizer.

Where to Find Osbeckia stellata

Osbeckia stellata is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Osbeckia stellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osbeckia stellata?

Osbeckia stellata

What is the common name of Osbeckia stellata?

Star osbeckia

Where is Osbeckia stellata found?

Osbeckia stellata is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China.

Species in the Osbeckia genus

Osbeckia tirunelvelica, Osbeckia australiana, Osbeckia aspericaulis, Osbeckia buxifolia, Osbeckia dolichophylla, Osbeckia ericoides, Osbeckia gracilis, Osbeckia lanata, Osbeckia melastomacea, Osbeckia moonii, Osbeckia parvifolia, Osbeckia rheedei, Osbeckia setoso-annulata, Osbeckia thorelii, Osbeckia walkeri, Osbeckia nayarii, Osbeckia abrahamii, Osbeckia cochinchinensis, Osbeckia octandra, Osbeckia bicolor, Osbeckia aspera, Osbeckia brachystemon, Osbeckia mehrana, Osbeckia reticulata, Osbeckia muralis, Osbeckia virgata, Osbeckia wynaadensis, Osbeckia chinensis, Osbeckia capitata, Osbeckia opipara, Osbeckia rostrata, Osbeckia nepalensis, Osbeckia crinita, Osbeckia rubicunda, Osbeckia nutans, Osbeckia stellata, Osbeckia leschenaultiana, Osbeckia zeylanica, Osbeckia travancorica, Osbeckia capitata, Osbeckia auricola, Osbeckia drepanosepala, Osbeckia heteranthera, Osbeckia saddlepeakensis, Osbeckia lanceolata, Osbeckia pendulifolia, Osbeckia sinensis, Osbeckia wightiana, Osbeckia luzoniensis, Osbeckia capitata,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50309286: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Francis Buchanan-Hamilton (1762-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buch.-Ham.' in the authors string.