Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
octodonta
ID:
261998

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

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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.

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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,

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