Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 3: 31 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261330
Common Names
- Octodonta Osbornia
- Osbornia octodonta
- Octodonta Osbornia
Description
Osbornia octodonta (also called 'Octodont Osbornia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is an erect, annual herb, usually growing to a height of 30–50 cm. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Japan, and is also found in Australia and the Pacific Islands.
Uses & Benefits
Osbornia octodonta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Osbornia octodonta is white and tubular in shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Osbornia octodonta is a shrub that is native to the Caribbean. It is grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Osbornia octodonta
Osbornia octodonta is native to tropical Africa and is found in Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria.
Osbornia octodonta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Osbornia octodonta?
Osbornia octodonta
What are the common names of Osbornia octodonta?
Eight-toothed Osbornia
What is the native range of Osbornia octodonta?
Tropical Asia
Species in the Osbornia genus
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa,
Acca macrostema,
Accara elegans,
Actinodium cunninghamii,
Agonis baxteri,
Agonis flexuosa,
Agonis grandiflora,
Agonis theiformis,
Agonis undulata,
Agonis hypericifolia,
Algrizea macrochlamys,
Algrizea minor,
Allosyncarpia ternata,
Aluta appressa,
Aluta aspera,
Aluta maisonneuvei,
Aluta quadrata,
Aluta teres,
Amomyrtella irregularis,
Amomyrtella guilii,
Amomyrtus luma,
Amomyrtus meli,
Angophora bakeri,
Angophora clelandi,
Angophora costata,
Angophora crassifolia,
Angophora dichromophloia,
Angophora euryphylla,
Angophora exul,
Angophora floribunda,
Angophora hispida,
Angophora inopina,
Angophora leiocarpa,
Angophora melanoxylon,
Angophora paludosa,
Angophora robur,
Angophora subvelutina,
Angophora woodsiana,
Angophora clelandii,
Anticoryne diosmoides,
Anticoryne ovalifolia,
Anticoryne melanosperma,
Archirhodomyrtus baladensis,
Archirhodomyrtus beckleri,
Archirhodomyrtus paitensis,
Archirhodomyrtus turbinata,
Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii,
Arillastrum gummiferum,
Astartea aspera,
Astartea corniculata,