Mastixia euonymoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Prain
Source:
wcs
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 67: 295 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237923
Common Names
- Mastixia euonymoides
- Euonymoides Mastixia
- Euonymoides Chinese Wax Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mastixia euonymoides (also called Euonymoides Mastixia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in humid forests at elevations of 0 to 1,000 meters. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 meters tall.
Uses & Benefits
Mastixia euonymoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for cut flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mastixia euonymoides has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mastixia euonymoides is a shrub native to tropical Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by cuttings in spring or summer. Take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place in a moist, well-draining medium.
Where to Find Mastixia euonymoides
Mastixia euonymoides is native to Southeast Asia.
Mastixia euonymoides FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Mastixia euonymoides?
Mastixia euonymoides prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C)
What is the ideal humidity for Mastixia euonymoides?
Mastixia euonymoides prefers a humidity level of 50-70%
What type of soil should I use for Mastixia euonymoides?
Mastixia euonymoides prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix
Species in the Mastixia genus
Mastixia arborea, Mastixia caudatilimba, Mastixia congylos, Mastixia cuspidata, Mastixia eugenioides, Mastixia euonymoides, Mastixia glauca, Mastixia kaniensis, Mastixia macrocarpa, Mastixia montana, Mastixia nimalii, Mastixia octandra, Mastixia parviflora, Mastixia pentandra, Mastixia rostrata, Mastixia tetrandra, Mastixia tetrapetala, Mastixia trichophylla, Mastixia trichotoma, Mastixia microcarpa,
Species in the Nyssaceae family
Camptotheca acuminata, Camptotheca lowreyana, Davidia involucrata, Diplopanax vietnamensis, Diplopanax stachyanthus, Mastixia arborea, Mastixia caudatilimba, Mastixia congylos, Mastixia cuspidata, Mastixia eugenioides, Mastixia euonymoides, Mastixia glauca, Mastixia kaniensis, Mastixia macrocarpa, Mastixia montana, Mastixia nimalii, Mastixia octandra, Mastixia parviflora, Mastixia pentandra, Mastixia rostrata, Mastixia tetrandra, Mastixia tetrapetala, Mastixia trichophylla, Mastixia trichotoma, Mastixia microcarpa, Nyssa aquatica, Nyssa bifida, Nyssa biflora, Nyssa javanica, Nyssa ogeche, Nyssa sinensis, Nyssa sylvatica, Nyssa talamancana, Nyssa ursina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-122079: Based on the initial data import
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.